Evaluation of Glass Ionomer Sealant Versus Resin Sealant for Pits and Fissures of the First Permanent Molars

Study Overview
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Brief Summary
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evaluation of the clinical and radiographic success of the glass ionomer sealant versus resin sealant in the pits and fissures sealing of the first permanent molars

Detailed Description
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GIC has a hydrophilic nature which makes it compatible with clinical situations when isolation may be difficult. It also sets rapidly, which can reduce sensitivity to moisture. Glass ionomers release fluoride, which promotes enamel remineralization and has an antimicrobial effect. Another benefit of using glass ionomers as sealants is that the tooth does not need to be etched to achieve chemical bonding to the tooth. Thus saving time which is critical in the case of young patients and patients with disabilities.

Official Title
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Clinical and Radiographic Evaluation of Glass Ionomer Sealant Versus Resin Sealant for Pits and Fissures of the First Permanent Molars: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

Conditions
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Pits and Fissures Sealant

Intervention / Treatment
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* Other: Glass ionomer sealant
* Other: Resin based sealant


Participation Criteria
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Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: • Children aged between 6 to 9 years Children with deeply stained fissures of the first permanent molars. First permanent molars are completely erupted The patient's willingness to receive treatment Exclusion Criteria: • Special child, a child with compromised systemic health. First permanent molars covered by operculum. Children with high salivary flow when isolation will be impossible

Ages Eligible for Study
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Minimum Age: 6 Years
Maximum Age: 9 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study
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All

Accepts Healthy Volunteers
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Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Study Plan
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How is the study designed?
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Design Details

Primary Purpose: Prevention
Allocation: Randomized
Intervention Model: Parallel Assignment
Masking: Triple


Arms and Interventions

| Participant Group/Arm | Intervention/Treatment |
| --- | --- |
| Experimental: Glass ionomer sealant<br>glass ionomer based sealant material | Other: Glass ionomer sealant<br>* glass ionomer-based sealant material<br>|
| Active Comparator: Resin sealant<br>resin-based sealant material | Other: Resin based sealant<br>* resin-based sealant material<br>|

What is the study measuring?
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Primary Outcome Measures

| Outcome Measure | Measure Description | Time Frame |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Marginal discoloration | Marginal discoloration will be measured with visual examination and recorded in Alfa: Lack of discoloration, Bravo: Margin discoloration, and Charlie: Discoloration under the sealant. | 6 months | 

Secondary Outcome Measures

| Outcome Measure | Measure Description | Time Frame |
| --- | --- | --- |
| sealant retention | Sealant retention will be measured with a mouth mirror and probe and recorded in total retention or partial loss or complete loss | 6 months | 
| Dental Caries | The absence or presence of any signs of dental caries or periapical infection will be measured with a periapical X-ray | 6 months |