University Of Pavia
Clinical trials sponsored by University Of Pavia, explained in plain language.
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Gel vs. mouthwash: which helps gums heal better after deep cleaning?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a hyaluronic acid gel or a chlorhexidine mouthwash works better as a follow-up treatment after deep cleaning for gum disease. Forty adults with periodontitis used one of the two products at home for 15 days. Researchers measured gum pocket depth, bleedin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pavia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Gel war: which treatment tames implant gum disease best?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested two gels—Hybenix and Chlosite—for treating peri-implantitis, an infection around dental implants. Forty adults with at least one infected implant received a professional cleaning followed by one of the gels. Over nine months, the researchers measured gum bleedin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pavia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:50 UTC
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Laser or ozone: which eases cancer mouth pain better?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two treatments—laser therapy and ozone gas—for painful mouth sores caused by cancer treatment. Forty adults with head/neck or blood cancers took part. Each group received daily therapy for five days, and researchers tracked soreness, pain, and quality of life fo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pavia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Mouthwash showdown: new formula takes on standard rinse for healthier gums
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a new mouthwash (MicroRepair® ABX) works as well as a standard antiseptic rinse (chlorhexidine) for treating gum inflammation caused by plaque. Forty adults with gingivitis received professional teeth cleaning, then used one of the two mouthwashes twice …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pavia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:53 UTC
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Ozone offers sweet relief for cancer Patients' mouth pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether ozone therapy can help heal painful mouth sores caused by radiation and chemotherapy in head and neck cancer patients. Fifty-eight adults used professional ozone treatments at the dentist plus ozone toothpaste, mouthrinse, and gel at home. The main goal …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pavia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:51 UTC
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New mouthwash could beat gold standard for gum health without staining
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two mouthwashes in 40 adults with plaque-induced gingivitis (reversible gum disease). One group used the standard chlorhexidine mouthwash, and the other used a new one called MicroRepair ABX. Both were used for 14 days after a professional dental cleaning. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pavia • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:40 UTC
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Kids' jaw muscles measured after palate expansion – no treatment given
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how jaw muscles work in children after they had a device to widen a narrow upper jaw. Researchers measured muscle activity before, right after, and 6 months later in 34 kids. The goal was to learn about muscle changes, not to test a new treatment.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pavia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Herbal supplement fails to enhance muscle performance in athletes
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether taking Astragalus extract daily for 10 weeks could help reduce muscle soreness and inflammation in 24 healthy young adults doing intense resistance training. Results showed the supplement lowered some inflammatory markers but did not improve muscle stren…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pavia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Scientists test 5 aligner cleaners – one comes out on top
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study compared five different cleaning products for Invisalign clear aligners. Twenty people undergoing orthodontic treatment used each product for two weeks. Researchers measured how clean the aligners got and asked participants about ease of use, smell, taste, and feel. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pavia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:06 UTC