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A tiny camera may help dentists see below the gumline — a trial puts it to the test

NCT ID NCT06366295

Disease control Sponsor: Medical University of Warsaw Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Summary

This trial tests whether using a perioscope — a tiny camera that lets dentists see below the gumline — makes deep cleaning more effective for people with periodontitis. About 26 adults with moderate to advanced gum disease will receive either standard deep cleaning or cleaning guided by the camera. Researchers will measure changes in pocket depth, gum attachment, bleeding, and plaque to see which approach works better.

What this could mean

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Active substance
subgingival mechanotherapy with a perioscope (a tiny camera that lets dentists see below the gumline during deep cleaning)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could make deep cleaning more precise and effective for people with periodontitis.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 26 participants. The camera-guided approach may not improve outcomes enough to justify the extra time and cost.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

26 people

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Started

Jun 2023

Finished

Jan 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

20 to 60 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * age 20-60; (II) * preserved lateral and anterior teeth; * no periodontal treatment in the last 12 months; * intermediate or advanced periodontitis (Stage II / III / IV) * in each quadrant at least three teeth with PPD\>5 mm after initial treatment (scaling, motivation, instruction) Exclusion Criteria: * antibiotic therapy in the last 6 months; * smoking; * systemic diseases affecting periodontal tissues; * pregnancy or lactation; * orthodontic treatment; * tooth mobility II / III degree; * involvement of third degree furcations according to Hamp classification; * endodontic issues

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Conditions

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periodontitis

As listed by the trial registrant

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Periodontitis

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Department of Periodontology and Oral Mucosa Diseases, Medical University of Warsaw

    Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, 02-097, Poland

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