Blackberry mouthwash takes on chlorhexidine in gum disease showdown

NCT ID NCT07540624

Ongoing Disease control Sponsor: Inonu University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a blackberry extract mouthwash works as well as a standard antiseptic mouthwash (chlorhexidine) for treating gum disease. 48 adults with periodontitis will receive standard deep cleaning and then rinse with one of the mouthwashes or just plain water. Researchers will check gum health, inflammation, and bacteria levels over 3 months to see which approach works best.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Chlorhexidine gluconate mouthwash and Morus nigra (blackberry) mouthwash
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a natural alternative to standard mouthwash for managing gum disease.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 48 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and the blackberry mouthwash might not be as effective as the standard treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

periodontal disorder periodontitis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

PERIODONTAL DISEASE PERIODONTITIS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Inonu University Faculty of Dentistry

Battalgazi, Malatya, 44300, Turkey (Türkiye)

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