Could a new mouthwash help kids with braces fight plaque and bad breath?
NCT ID NCT07710144
First seen Jul 17, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a new, chlorhexidine-free mouthwash can reduce plaque buildup, gum inflammation, and bad breath in children aged 12 to 17 who wear fixed metal braces. Participants rinse twice daily for 21 days alongside their usual brushing and flossing. The trial compares the test mouthwash against a standard chlorhexidine rinse and a placebo to see which works best and is most tolerable.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- a prototype chlorhexidine-free pediatric mouthwash
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this mouthwash could offer a gentler, alcohol-free option to help children with braces maintain oral hygiene and prevent gum disease.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, short-term study (90 children, 21 days), so results may not apply to all kids or predict long-term benefits. The test mouthwash may not outperform standard chlorhexidine rinses.
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Conditions
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Department of Paediatric dentistry, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Medical University of Plovdiv
Plovdiv, 4000, Bulgaria
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