Gingival diseases

This study tested two ways to treat receding gums: a new material made from the patient's own blood (T-PRF) and a standard connective tissue graft. Twenty healthy adults with gum recession on both sides of the mouth received both treatments, one on each side. The researchers meas…

This study tested whether a chewing gum containing dietary nitrate (a natural compound found in leafy greens and beets) could improve gum health and heart health in adults with mild gum disease. Thirty participants were randomly assigned to use either the nitrate gum or a placebo…

This trial tests whether interactive dental health education—using games or peer groups—can improve oral hygiene, self-efficacy, and self-esteem in orphans aged 7 to 12. It compares these methods against a standard lecture-style session. The goal is to see if more engaging teachi…

This trial tests two non-surgical injectable treatments for a gummy smile, where too much gum shows when smiling. Twenty adults with a gummy smile of 3 mm or more received either botulinum toxin (Botox) or a hyaluronic acid filler. The study measures how much the gum exposure is …

Researchers at Gazi University are studying whether Behçet's disease, which causes mouth sores and eye inflammation, is connected to gum disease. They compare 40 people with Behçet's plus gingivitis or periodontitis against 47 people with gum disease alone. The team measures infl…

This observational study investigates how different levels of gum health influence asprosin (a hormone) and total oxidant/antioxidant levels in people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers will collect fluid from around the gums and blood samples from 67 participants to compare these…