Argan oil tested as natural gum healer after laser procedure

NCT ID NCT07357883

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tested whether applying argan oil after laser gum depigmentation improves healing compared to a placebo. Forty healthy adults with dark gums received laser treatment, then used either argan oil or a placebo. Researchers measured pain, healing, and satisfaction to see if argan oil offers any benefit.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
Argan oil
What this could lead to
If it works, argan oil could become a simple, natural option to help gums heal faster and with less pain after laser treatment.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 40 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and argan oil might not be better than placebo.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University

    Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt

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