Gum disease showdown: which antibiotic gel works best for diabetics?
NCT ID NCT06027151
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested two antibiotic gels (metronidazole and minocycline) in 380 adults with both diabetes and gum disease. Participants received deep cleaning alone or with one or both gels. Researchers checked gum pocket depth and gum color/texture at 7 and 15 days to see which treatment improved gum health most.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Islamic International Medical Collège, IIMC
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, 44000, Pakistan
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