Can a light device at home tame implant gum disease?
NCT ID NCT06017817
First seen Aug 07, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026
Summary
This trial tests whether a home-use antibacterial light device, called Lumoral, can help manage peri-implantitis—an infection and inflammation around dental implants. Participants with deep pockets and bone loss around implants will use the device alongside standard oral hygiene and professional cleaning. The study measures changes in bleeding and inflammatory markers to see if the light treatment improves gum health and supports implant stability.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Lumoral, an antibacterial photodynamic therapy device for home use
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this could offer a convenient home-based way to help control peri-implantitis and support long-term implant health.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage study with a small number of participants, so results may not be conclusive or widely applicable. The device is not a replacement for professional treatment and may not work for everyone.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Södertandläkarna AB
RECRUITINGStockholm, 11622, Sweden
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