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Berry power: could fermented lingonberry gel tame gum inflammation?

NCT ID NCT07737574

Disease control Sponsor: Hanna Lahteenmaki Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether a gel made from fermented lingonberry juice can reduce signs of gum inflammation, such as bleeding and plaque buildup. Healthy adults and people with conditions like diabetes or heart disease apply the gel twice daily for a month. Researchers monitor changes in oral health markers and any side effects.

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Active substance
fermented lingonberry juice gel
What this could lead to
If effective, this natural gel could offer a simple, low-cost way to improve gum health and reduce oral inflammation.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial. The gel may not show significant benefits over standard care, and its long-term safety or effectiveness is not yet known.

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25 to 90 years

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Anyone

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Inclusion Criteria: * healthy individuals * patients with systemic diseases * who had preserved cognitive functioning * experienced dry mouth Exclusion Criteria: * were the use of other mouthwashes * pregnancy * antibiotic treatment within the past six months * the use of chlorhexidine mouthwash (CHX) within the past six months. * No periodontal treatments were performed at the beginning of the study or during its course.

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