New toothpaste ingredient aims to fight plaque and gum bleeding

NCT ID NCT07499115

First seen Apr 04, 2026 · Last updated May 05, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether a toothpaste containing chitosan, a natural substance, is better at reducing plaque, gum inflammation, and gum bleeding than a standard toothpaste. About 90 adults aged 18 to 70 will brush with either the test or control toothpaste for a period. Researchers will measure changes in gum health and plaque levels to see if the chitosan toothpaste offers extra benefits.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • West China Dental Institute of Chengdu

    Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, China

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