Gingival inflammation

Braces make it harder to clean teeth, which can lead to swollen, bleeding gums. Researchers are comparing two common oral care routines in 60 adults aged 18 to 35 who wear fixed braces. One group brushes with triclosan toothpaste, another brushes and rinses with chlorhexidine mou…

This study looked at 40 adults aged 35–55 with a history of periodontitis (gum disease) who needed a dental implant. Each received one of two implant surface types: sandblasted acid-etched or plasma-sprayed. Researchers measured bone loss around the implant and gum health over on…

This study tested whether a stannous fluoride toothpaste can reduce gum inflammation, bleeding, and plaque better than a standard fluoride toothpaste. Over 12 weeks, 133 adults brushed with one of the two toothpastes and had their gums checked at several visits. The goal was to s…

This study tested whether a special light device used at home can improve oral health in teenagers with braces. Forty teens used the device daily for two months, while others received standard brushing instructions. The goal was to see if the device reduces plaque and gum bleedin…

Researchers are testing whether a toothpaste containing proteins, enzymes, and fluoride improves gum health and reduces plaque more than a standard fluoride toothpaste. The study enrolls healthy adults aged 18 to 70 with mild gum inflammation. Participants use one of the two toot…

Researchers at the University of Barcelona are testing whether a mouthwash made from bioflavonoids can reduce dental plaque and gum inflammation as effectively as a standard chlorhexidine mouthwash. The trial enrolls 24 adults with at least 20 teeth and no severe gum disease. Par…

This trial investigates whether placing a retraction cord—a thin thread that pushes the gum aside—during a tooth restoration affects gum health. Adults with non-carious cervical lesions (tooth damage near the gumline not caused by decay) will receive composite restorations either…

This study tested two mouthwashes—a standard antiseptic (chlorhexidine) and a new one (MicroRepair ABX)—in 40 adults with gingivitis (gum inflammation). After a professional cleaning, participants used their assigned mouthwash twice daily for 14 days. Researchers measured gum ble…