Child and Parental Satisfaction of Bioflx Crowns Compared to Zirconia Crowns in Primary Molars
Evaluation of Child and Parental Satisfaction of Bioflx Crowns Compared to Zirconia Crowns on Primary Molars
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interventional
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Brief Summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the child and parents satisfaction of Bioflx crowns compared to zirconia crowns in the restoration of primary molars. The main question\[s\] it aims to answer : Is there a difference in the child and parents satisfaction levels between BioFlx crowns and zirconia crowns in the restoration of primary molars?" The study will also assess the clinical performance of both types of crowns in terms of Retention, occlusal wear, gingival health, as well as preparation time.
Trial Health
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participants targeted
Target at P25-P50 for not_applicable
Started Jun 2025
Shorter than P25 for not_applicable
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Study Timeline
Key milestones and dates
First Submitted
Initial submission to the registry
March 20, 2025
CompletedFirst Posted
Study publicly available on registry
March 26, 2025
CompletedStudy Start
First participant enrolled
June 1, 2025
CompletedPrimary Completion
Last participant's last visit for primary outcome
December 30, 2025
CompletedStudy Completion
Last participant's last visit for all outcomes
February 26, 2026
CompletedMarch 28, 2025
March 1, 2025
7 months
March 20, 2025
March 25, 2025
Conditions
Outcome Measures
Primary Outcomes (1)
Child and Parents Satisfaction
Method of Measurement: * 5-Point likert's scale unites of measurement: 1. Very Happy. 2. Happy. 3. Neither. 4. Unhappy. 5. Very Unhappy. * Questionnaire:Ordinary or N/A existing validated tool.
[Time Frame: T (Time): 6months interval T0: 0T1: 3month T2: 6month]
Secondary Outcomes (4)
Retention
[Time Frame: follow-up:T (Time): 6months interval T0: 0 T1: 3month T2: 6month]
Occlusal wear of crown
[Time Frame: T (Time): 6months interval T0: 0 T1: 3 month T2: 6month]
Gingival health
[Time Frame: T (Time): 6months interval T0: 0 T1: 3month T2: 6month]
Preparation time
[Time Frame: baseline]
Study Arms (2)
(Group A: Performed Bioflx crowns)
EXPERIMENTALBioflx Crowns, claimed to be the first flexible, durable, and aesthetic preformed crowns for primary molars. Bioflx are monochromatic, metal-free, tooth-colored crowns made from a high-strength resin polymer used in the medical device industry, offering strength, flexibility, and durability.These crowns are autoclavable and are claimed to require similar tooth preparation as SSCs.
(Group B: Preformed zirconia crown)
EXPERIMENTALZirconia crowns brought a concept shift in esthetics of crowns; they are the most esthetic option available for treating primary molars. These crowns are resilient, tooth-colored, and highly polished. Zirconia crowns provide a more natural, tooth-colored alternative, making them a preferred option in cases where aesthetics is a priority.
Interventions
prepartion:1.The mesiodistal width of the tooth will be measured using calipers and a closely fitted crown will be selected based on the measurements. 2.The tooth will be prepared similarly to stainless steel crowns (SSCs): • Occlusal reduction of approximately 1-1.5 mm will be done using a diamond bur.Mesial and distal reduction of no more than 1 mm will be performed using a No. 169L diamond bur.Depending on the tooth anatomy, either no buccal and lingual reduction will be needed, or a minimal reduction will be done. 3.All sharp line angles and corners will be smoothed to ensure proper crown fit. 4.The crown will be checked for proper fit before cementation. It will be positioned to extend 1 mm below the gingival margin. 5.The crown will be cemented using luting glass ionomer cement (GIC). The crown will be held with firm, constant pressure until the cement sets initially. 6.The marginal fit will be evaluated, and necessary adjustments will be made. 7.The occlusion will be checked.
1. Crown Selection: The mesiodistal dimension of the corresponding tooth will be measured . to select the appropriate size. 2. Occlusal Reduction: The marginal ridge of adjacent teeth will be used as a reference point and a 1.5-2 mm of occlusal reduction will be performed to allow proper crown seating. 3. Bucco-Lingual Reduction: The bucco-lingual wall will be reduced by approximately 1-1.5 mm using a flame-shaped diamond bur. 4. Interproximal Reduction: 1mm of interproximal reduction will be performed using a flame-shaped diamond bur such as a .368 or .330tapered carbide bur. 5. Feather Margin Preparation: Subgingival reduction of 1-2 mm will be done using a flame-shaped diamond bur, creating a feathered margin to achieve a passive fit. 6. Trial Fitting of the Crown: The crown will be tried in to ensure proper adaptation. until the crown fits passively and extends sub gingivally by 1-2 mm wit. 7. Glass ionomer cement will be used for cementation.
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if:
- Children aged four to eight years old who are appearing healthy and free of any systemic disease according to parental history.
- Frankl's positive and definitely positive children.
- Children whose parent or guardian are willing to sign an informed consent.
- Children whose parent or guardian are willing to comply with follow-up visits.
You may not qualify if:
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- Children with
- Children with poor oral hygiene that may contribute to higher plaque levels and affect the clinical outcomes of the crown restorations.
- Children with history of allergies; Known allergies to dental local anesthesia or to the materials used in Bioflx crowns.
- Child with parafunctional habits.
- Molars with severe structural loss that may compromise crown retention.
- Presence of malocclusion such as crossbite or scissor bite.
- Primary molar with root caries.
- Primary molar with root resorption or furcation involvement.
Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.
Sponsors & Collaborators
- Cairo Universitylead
Study Sites (1)
Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University.
Giza, Cairo Governorate, 12613, Egypt
Related Publications (2)
Mathew MG, Roopa KB, Soni AJ, Khan MM, Kauser A. Evaluation of Clinical Success, Parental and Child Satisfaction of Stainless Steel Crowns and Zirconia Crowns in Primary Molars. J Family Med Prim Care. 2020 Mar 26;9(3):1418-1423. doi: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_1006_19. eCollection 2020 Mar.
PMID: 32509626BACKGROUNDPatil AS, Jain M, Choubey S, Patil M, Chunawala Y. Comparative evaluation of clinical success of Stainless Steel and Bioflx crowns in primary molar - A 12 month split mouth prospective randomized clinical trial. J Indian Soc Pedod Prev Dent. 2024 Jan 1;42(1):37-45. doi: 10.4103/JISPPD.JISPPD_484_23. Epub 2024 Apr 15.
PMID: 38616425BACKGROUND
Study Officials
- STUDY DIRECTOR
Prof.Dr. Manal Ahmed Elshiekh, Ph.D
Cairo University
Central Study Contacts
Study Design
- Study Type
- interventional
- Phase
- not applicable
- Allocation
- RANDOMIZED
- Masking
- SINGLE
- Who Masked
- PARTICIPANT
- Purpose
- TREATMENT
- Intervention Model
- PARALLEL
- Sponsor Type
- OTHER
- Responsible Party
- PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
- PI Title
- Principal Investigator
Study Record Dates
First Submitted
March 20, 2025
First Posted
March 26, 2025
Study Start
June 1, 2025
Primary Completion
December 30, 2025
Study Completion
February 26, 2026
Last Updated
March 28, 2025
Record last verified: 2025-03
Data Sharing
- IPD Sharing
- Will not share