Antimicrobial Photodynamic Therapy in Treatment of Aggressive Periodontitis (Stage III, Grade C Periodontitis)
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2016-06-30
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Treatment of aggressive periodontitis (stage III, grade C periodontitis) represents a big
challenge. The aim of the study was to compare the long-term results of antimicrobial
photodynamic therapy (aPDT) and antibiotic therapy as an adjunct to conventional non-surgical
therapy in patients with aggressive periodontitis. Clinical parameters of probing depth,
clinical attachment level and bleeding on probing (BOP) were assessed at baseline, 3, 6, 9
and 12 months after treatment.