Periodontitis, chronic, adult

This study tests whether using a toothpaste with sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) and fluoride can help maintain gum health in adults who have already had non-surgical gum treatment. One hundred participants will use either the special toothpaste or a placebo for six months, whil…

This study tests whether a gel made from a patient's own blood can improve gum healing after standard deep cleaning for moderate to severe gum disease. About 14 adults with gum pockets of 5mm or deeper will receive the blood gel on one side of the mouth and a saltwater rinse on t…

This study compares personalized oral hygiene advice from an AI app versus a human dentist in 148 adults with prediabetes and gum disease. The goal is to see if AI can improve gum health and blood sugar levels as well as a dentist. Participants will have their gums and blood suga…

This study tests whether a gel made from enamel proteins can thicken gum tissue around dental implants. Researchers will measure gum thickness in 32 adults who need implant uncovering surgery. The goal is to see if this treatment improves gum health and implant stability.

This study tests a non-surgical treatment for deep gum pockets (furcation defects) in people with advanced periodontitis. One side of the mouth gets a chitosan brush plus enamel matrix derivative; the other side gets the brush alone. The goal is to see if the added gel improves g…

This study explores whether a simple finger-prick blood sugar test done during a routine dental visit can help find people with advanced gum disease who have undetected high blood sugar. Adults with severe periodontitis but no known diabetes will be tested at the dental clinic an…

This study is testing whether a simple online questionnaire can accurately assess a person's risk for gum disease (periodontitis or gingivitis). About 393 adults in Saudi Arabia will fill out the questionnaire and then have a dental exam to compare results. The goal is to see if …

This study compares two types of stitches (NOVOSYN quick and MONOSYN quick) used in gum surgery to see if they heal equally well. About 84 adults having gum surgery will be randomly assigned one of the two stitches. The main goal is to check early healing signs like skin regrowth…

This study compares two types of ultrasonic devices used to clean deep gum pockets in people with early-stage periodontitis. Researchers want to see which device causes less pain, noise, and vibration during treatment, and how well each helps gums heal. Fifty-two adults will be r…

This study examines a possible connection between gum disease and chronic neck pain. Researchers will compare neck pain intensity and daily disability among adults aged 30-55 with healthy gums, gingivitis, or periodontitis. Participants complete pain scales and questionnaires to …

This study looks at how the types of bacteria in the mouth change in people with severe gum disease as they go from having some teeth left to having no teeth, and then after getting dental implants. Researchers will collect microbial samples and analyze DNA to see if different im…

This study looks at whether taking probiotics (with or without vitamin B12) can improve the health of the mouth's bacteria and reduce gum disease in adults with severe periodontitis. Participants will receive standard gum treatment plus either a probiotic lozenge, a probiotic wit…