Gum disease showdown: which antibiotic gel works best for diabetics?

NCT ID NCT06027151

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 31 times

Summary

This study tested two antibiotic gels (metronidazole and minocycline) against gum disease in 380 adults with diabetes. Participants received deep cleaning alone or with one or both gels. Researchers measured gum pocket depth and gum color at 7 and 15 days to see which treatment improved gum health fastest.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Islamic International Medical Collège, IIMC

    Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, 44000, Pakistan

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