Gingivitis

This trial compares two types of clear retainers worn after braces to see if the way they are made affects gum health. One retainer is created from a digital scan of the teeth, while the other uses a traditional plaster mold. About 52 people who recently finished braces will wear…

This study will test if a toothpaste with stannous fluoride can reduce bacteria on teeth, tongue, cheeks, and gums better than a regular toothpaste. About 100 adults with plaque and gingivitis will brush with one of the two toothpastes. The goal is to see which one controls bacte…

This study tests whether a new, chlorhexidine-free mouthwash can reduce plaque buildup, gum inflammation, and bad breath in children aged 12 to 17 who wear fixed metal braces. Participants rinse twice daily for 21 days alongside their usual brushing and flossing. The trial compar…

This trial compares a standardized siwak (chewing stick) oral hygiene program to conventional toothbrushing for improving gum health in young adults with gingivitis. Participants are dental students aged 18–24 who will follow either the siwak module or toothbrushing for 21 days. …

This study compares toothpaste tablets to a standard toothpaste (Colgate Cavity Protection) for cleaning teeth and gums. Fifty adults will use one of the two products for six weeks. Researchers will measure plaque, gum inflammation, and cavities before and after the trial to see …

This trial tests a new toothpaste containing a Bio-Descaling Powder (BDP) to see if it can reduce hardened dental plaque (calculus) and gum inflammation. It includes 100 adults with gum disease or who are in a gum maintenance program. Participants brush with either the BDP toothp…

This study looks at whether using a miswak stick—a natural teeth-cleaning twig—along with regular brushing can improve gum health in people with gingivitis. Researchers will measure markers of inflammation and oxidative stress in saliva and plaque. The goal is to see if this trad…

This study looks at how well 3D printed bone grafts work for supporting dental implants in people with gum disease or bone loss. Researchers will check if the implants stay stable and how much the graft shrinks over 1 to 6 years. About 100 healthy adults who already received this…

This study tests whether a hyaluronic acid mouthwash is more acceptable to children than a standard chlorhexidine mouthwash, while still controlling plaque-induced gingivitis. Thirty-two children aged 8 to 12 with signs of gingivitis will use one of the two mouthwashes. Researche…

This pilot study tests whether a gel made from a special form of hyaluronan (HA35) can help people with mild gum recession and chronic gum inflammation. Thirty adults will apply the gel to their gums and teeth twice a day for 42 days. Researchers will measure changes in gum reces…

This Phase 3 trial will test whether a toothpaste containing chitosan, a natural substance, can reduce plaque, gingivitis, and gum bleeding better than a standard fluoride toothpaste. About 90 adults aged 18-70 with good general health will brush with either the chitosan toothpas…

This study looks at two different approaches to help pregnant people with gum disease get better dental care. Participants will receive free dental check-ups, cleanings, and supplies. The goal is to see which method reduces gum inflammation and improves oral health habits, and wh…

This study tests a new program that teaches pregnant women in Bangladesh how to care for their teeth and gums during routine prenatal visits. Over 95% of pregnant women in Bangladesh have gum disease, but oral health is not part of standard pregnancy care. The study will compare …

This study tests whether a probiotic lozenge containing a special strain of Streptococcus salivarius (SALI-10) can reduce gum inflammation and bad breath. Sixty adults with gingivitis will take the lozenge or a placebo twice daily for four weeks. The goal is to see if the probiot…

This study is testing a mouth rinse made from stingless bee honey as a gentler alternative to standard chemical mouthwashes for gingivitis (gum inflammation). Researchers will develop the rinse, check its safety and germ-fighting power in the lab, then test it in 20 volunteers to…

This study tests whether a mouthwash made from moringa leaves can reduce dental plaque, bacteria, and early cavities as well as the standard chlorhexidine rinse. Researchers will enroll 90 adults with mild gum inflammation and moderate-to-high cavity risk. Participants will use e…

This 6-week study tests whether an AI-based toothbrush (Xiaomi T501) with pressure sensing and coaching removes more plaque and reduces gum bleeding than a standard electric or manual toothbrush. Thirty-three adults with plaque-induced gingivitis will be randomly assigned to one …

This study tests whether breath samples collected in special bags remain stable for up to 7 days, which could allow people with bad breath (halitosis) to provide samples from home instead of traveling to a clinic. Researchers will compare gas levels measured right away and after …

This study will check if a simple questionnaire can accurately identify gum disease in adults. About 291 participants in Saudi Arabia will fill out the questionnaire and then have a standard dental exam. The goal is to see how well the questionnaire matches the exam results, whic…

This study will enroll 2,000 adults to see if non-invasive methods like smartphone photos, dental X-rays, and questionnaires can accurately detect gum disease compared to a standard clinical exam. Researchers will use artificial intelligence to analyze the images and combine data…

This study tests whether a 3D intraoral scanner can accurately measure dental plaque compared to the traditional method of applying a dye and visually scoring. Twenty adults with at least 20 natural teeth and visible plaque will be scanned before and after plaque disclosure and a…

This study tests whether a simple, low-cost oral health program for pregnant women in rural Nepal can reduce the number of babies born too early, too small, or underweight. About 2,280 women will either receive daily antiseptic mouthwash and intensive oral hygiene education, or j…

This pilot study will test whether a dental gel called theranovis can improve gum health in people with gingivitis (mild gum disease). Twenty adults with gingivitis will use either the gel or a placebo twice daily for a period. Researchers will measure changes in gum bleeding and…

This study will compare two types of tooth separators—elastomeric and nickel-titanium—used before placing orthodontic bands for braces. Thirty patients with crowded teeth will have one separator type on each side of their mouth. Researchers will measure how well they create space…

This study tests whether a special mouthwash can reduce gum inflammation (gingivitis) in adults. Thirty healthy volunteers with moderate gum redness and swelling will rinse daily for 4 weeks. Dentists will check their gums at the start and end to see if the product helps ease sym…

This study compares a homemade herbal mouthwash to chlorhexidine, the standard mouthwash for gingivitis. Gingivitis is a common gum disease caused by plaque buildup. The herbal option may have fewer side effects. The trial will include 12 adults with plaque-induced gingivitis and…

This study looks at whether children with molar-incisor hypomineralization (MIH) — a condition that weakens tooth enamel — have different levels of gum inflammation markers compared to children without MIH. Researchers will measure inflammatory substances in gum fluid from 76 chi…

This study looks at how gum inflammation and the bacteria in your mouth interact with your body's immune system. Twenty healthy adults will use a special toothpaste and then stop brushing for a period to see how inflammation and bacteria change. The goal is to better understand t…

This study looks at how a disrupted body clock (like in night-shift workers) affects gum inflammation. Researchers will measure clock proteins and immune markers in the gum fluid of 116 people with and without gum disease. The goal is to understand the link between sleep-wake cyc…

This study gathers mouth pictures from 150 adults with different gum conditions to teach an AI system how to spot gum disease. Participants simply have their teeth and gums photographed with a special probe. No treatment or medication is involved—just data collection to improve f…

This study looks at how much final-year dentistry and psychology students know about gum disease (periodontitis) and whether that knowledge is linked to their own gum health. About 60 students will fill out a questionnaire and get a dental check-up. The goal is to see if more kno…

This study will test several over-the-counter mouthwashes to see how they affect the balance of bacteria in the mouth and whether they influence heart health. Researchers will recruit 200 adults with or without gum disease from dental clinics and a university campus. The goal is …

This study looks at how two types of dental cement used to attach stainless steel crowns affect gum health in 45 children aged 6-10. Researchers measured gum inflammation and certain immune markers before and one week after placing the crowns. The goal is to see if one cement cau…

This study will test three ways to clean clear aligners: brushing with fluoride toothpaste, using chlorhexidine mouthwash, or using an oxygen-based cleanser. Twenty-one adults will try each method for one month to see how it affects bacteria and gum health. The goal is to find wh…

This study aims to understand how certain immune proteins, called NOD1 and NOD2, relate to gum disease. Researchers will collect saliva and blood samples from 75 people with healthy gums, gingivitis, or periodontitis. They will measure levels of these proteins and other markers t…