Collagen supplements could boost standard gum disease therapy

NCT ID NCT07683741

First seen Jul 06, 2026 · Last updated Jul 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial investigates whether taking a collagen supplement alongside standard non-surgical gum treatment (deep cleaning) can improve outcomes for people with advanced periodontitis (stage 3-4). Half of the 52 participants will receive the supplement, while the other half gets a placebo. Researchers will measure changes in gum pocket depth and tissue attachment, as well as markers of inflammation, over six months.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
hydrolyzed collagen peptides
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple dietary supplement that improves gum health and reduces the need for more invasive procedures.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 52 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The supplement may show no added benefit over standard treatment alone.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Recep Tayyip Erdogan University

    Rize, Rize Province, 53000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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