Colgate Palmolive
Clinical trials sponsored by Colgate Palmolive, explained in plain language.
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New mouthwash fights plaque and gum trouble on implants
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new mouthwash containing CPC, hyaluronic acid, and zinc lactate against a standard fluoride mouthwash. 80 adults with at least two dental implants used the rinse for 6 months to see if it reduced plaque and prevented gum inflammation (gingivitis). The goal was…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 07:05 UTC
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Toothpaste plus mouthwash: a better brush for plaque and gums?
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two brushing regimens: one using a special toothpaste with mouthwash, and the other using regular fluoride toothpaste. Over 12 weeks, 90 adults aged 18-70 with mild gum problems and plaque were monitored. The goal was to see which routine better reduced plaque…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 06:52 UTC
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Tartar-Fighting toothpaste put to the test in bangkok study
Disease control CompletedThis study compared a toothpaste with stannous fluoride to a regular fluoride toothpaste for controlling tartar (hardened plaque) on teeth. One hundred adults in Bangkok used one of the two toothpastes for 12 weeks. Researchers measured tartar buildup to see which toothpaste work…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 06:49 UTC
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Toothpaste and mouthwash combo takes on gum disease in new study
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether using a special toothpaste with stannous fluoride plus a mouthwash with cetylpyridinium chloride works better than regular fluoride toothpaste for reducing plaque and gum inflammation. 82 adults with mild to moderate gum disease brushed at home and were …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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New toothpaste and brush combo takes on plaque and gingivitis in 3-Month showdown
Disease control CompletedThis study compared a stannous fluoride toothpaste paired with a new toothbrush to a standard Colgate toothpaste and regular toothbrush for reducing plaque and gingivitis. 95 adults with mild to moderate gum inflammation and plaque buildup brushed twice daily for 3 months. Resear…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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New toothpaste aims to fight plaque and gum disease
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a new Colgate toothpaste with dual zinc can better control plaque and gingivitis (early gum disease) compared to a standard cavity-protection toothpaste. 86 adults with mild to moderate plaque and gum inflammation used one of the two toothpastes for thre…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC
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Toothpaste showdown: which paste fights cavities best?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested how well three different toothpastes protect teeth from cavities. Thirty-six healthy adults wore a special dental device for six weeks to measure changes in enamel hardness. The goal was to see which toothpaste best prevents mineral loss and keeps teeth strong.
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Floss vs. mouthwash: which wins the battle against plaque?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested how well floss and three different mouthwashes (one with essential oils and alcohol, one with essential oils but no alcohol, and one with CPC+Zn and no alcohol) reduce plaque and gum inflammation. 228 adults with mild to moderate gum disease took part. The goal …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:03 UTC
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Toothbrush showdown: can a simple brush beat gingivitis?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested two different manual toothbrushes to see how well they reduce plaque and gum inflammation (gingivitis). 84 adults brushed at home with their assigned toothbrush and were checked by a dentist after 1, 3, and 6 weeks. The goal was to find out which brush works bet…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 07, 2026 18:41 UTC
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Battery toothbrush beats manual in gum health showdown
Disease control CompletedThis study compared a battery toothbrush to a manual toothbrush for reducing plaque and gingivitis (gum inflammation) in 130 adults over 12 weeks. Participants had mild to moderate gum disease and plaque at the start. Dentists measured gum health and plaque levels using standard …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 06, 2026 16:03 UTC
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Mouthwash may keep the sniffles away!
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether gargling with a mouthwash containing cetylpyridinium chloride and zinc can reduce cold and flu symptoms. 150 healthy adults either brushed their teeth alone or brushed and then gargled with the mouthwash twice daily for 90 days. Participants tracked thei…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 17, 2026 06:46 UTC
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Smart toothbrush study aims to cut cavities and costs in kids
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether giving children a connected toothbrush, special toothpaste, and a behavioral app after they had cavity surgery could improve brushing habits and lower future dental costs. 93 kids aged 4-7 who were Blue Cross Blue Shield members took part. The goal was t…
Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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Toothpaste showdown: can potassium nitrate beat cavity protection for sensitive teeth?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a toothpaste with 5% potassium nitrate can relieve tooth sensitivity better than a standard cavity-protection toothpaste. Eighty adults with sensitive teeth used one of the two toothpastes for eight weeks. Researchers measured sensitivity using a gentle …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 07:05 UTC
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Gel could soothe pain after gum grafts, small study shows
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a gel made from hyaluronic acid (a natural substance) can reduce pain and help wounds heal faster after gum graft surgery. Thirty adults aged 18-70 who needed a gum graft from the roof of their mouth took part. Researchers measured wound size and pain le…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 06:47 UTC
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New toothpaste promises fresher breath for 12 hours!
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a new toothpaste with stannous fluoride works better than regular fluoride toothpaste at controlling bad breath. 80 adults in Thailand brushed twice daily for 3 weeks. Researchers measured breath odor 12 hours after brushing to see which toothpaste was m…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 06:46 UTC
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Toothbrush showdown: which brush beats stains?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested how well different manual toothbrushes remove tooth stains. 80 adults with at least mild staining brushed normally for 6 weeks. Researchers measured stain area and intensity using a standard index. The goal was to see which brush works best for cleaner-looking t…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC
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Toothpaste breakthrough: 8% arginine formula takes on sensitive teeth
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a special toothpaste with 8% arginine can reduce tooth sensitivity better than a regular toothpaste. 95 adults with sensitive teeth used the product for 8 weeks. Researchers measured sensitivity using touch and air puffs to see if the arginine toothpaste…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Colgate vs crest: which toothpaste whitens teeth faster?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared a Colgate toothpaste containing 5% hydrogen peroxide and fluoride to a toothpaste without hydrogen peroxide to see which whitens teeth more over one week. Eighty healthy adults aged 18 to 70 with at least moderately dark teeth brushed with one of the two tooth…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Toothpaste showdown: arginine vs. regular for sensitive teeth
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a toothpaste containing 8% arginine can relieve tooth sensitivity better than a standard cavity-protection toothpaste. Eighty adults with sensitive teeth used one of the two toothpastes for eight weeks. The main goal was to see if the arginine toothpaste…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:02 UTC
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Toothpaste showdown: hydrogen peroxide vs. regular fluoride for stain removal
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compared a toothpaste with hydrogen peroxide to a regular fluoride toothpaste for removing surface tooth stains after a single brushing. It involved 80 healthy adults aged 18-70 with visible stains. Researchers measured stain levels before and after brushing to see whi…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:02 UTC
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New whitening system brightens smiles in clinical trial
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new in-office tooth whitening system on 180 healthy adults aged 18 to 70. The goal was to see how well it whitens teeth compared to other whitening systems already on the market. Participants had their tooth shade measured before and after treatment to check f…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 12, 2026 13:40 UTC
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New toothpaste aims to soothe sensitive teeth
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a toothpaste with 8% arginine can reduce tooth sensitivity better than a regular toothpaste. 84 adults with sensitive teeth used one of the two toothpastes for 8 weeks. The goal was to see if the arginine toothpaste provides more relief from pain caused …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:50 UTC
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New toothpaste and mouthwash combo takes on gingivitis
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a special dental routine (PerioGard toothpaste, mouthwash, and toothbrush) works better than standard products at reducing plaque and gum inflammation (gingivitis). Eighty adults with mild to moderate gum disease used the products at home for three month…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:39 UTC
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New toothpaste aims to soothe sensitive teeth in just one week
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a toothpaste with stannous fluoride can reduce tooth sensitivity better than two other toothpastes. 123 adults with sensitive teeth brushed with one of three toothpastes for seven days. The goal was to see which toothpaste worked best for easing pain fro…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 04, 2026 16:29 UTC
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Can a quick quiz boost your tooth knowledge? study finds out.
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether an online oral health quiz called Know Your OQ helps people learn more about taking care of their teeth and gums. 176 adults took the quiz and gave feedback on how easy it was to understand and use. The goal was to see if the quiz is a helpful tool, not …
Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC