Smart toothbrush may beat dentist visit for gum health

NCT ID NCT07549347

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether using a smart electric toothbrush with an app and flossing can control gum inflammation as well as getting a professional dental cleaning. 92 adults with mild gum disease will be split into two groups: one uses the smart toothbrush alone, the other gets a professional cleaning plus the toothbrush. The goal is to see if the toothbrush alone is enough to keep gums healthy.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

intelligent electric toothbrush with app guidance and dental floss

What this could lead to

If it works, this could show that a high-tech toothbrush routine is enough to control gum inflammation, reducing the need for frequent professional cleanings.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 92 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The smart toothbrush might not be as effective as professional cleaning for all cases.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

gingivitis periodontitis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine

    RECRUITING

    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200000, China

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