King Abdullah University Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by King Abdullah University Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Trials from this sponsor expected to report results within the next 12 months.
- Whitening without the ouch? study tests best way to brighten smiles Results expected Sep 2026 (estimated)
- Simple asthma drug may prevent Post-Surgery lung collapse in diabetics Results expected Oct 2026 (estimated)
- Green tea mouthwash takes on plaque and gum disease in new study Results expected Dec 2026 (estimated)
- New gel promises faster healing after gum surgery Results expected Dec 2026 (estimated)
- Can a laser beam save your tooth and ease pain better than traditional methods? Results expected Jun 2027 (estimated)
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Foot flex could tame cholesterol and blood sugar
Disease control CompletedThis study tests whether a simple foot exercise called the soleus pushup can improve cholesterol, blood sugar, and hormone levels in people with thyroid problems, high blood pressure, or diabetes. Participants will perform the exercise, and researchers will measure changes in blo…
Sponsor: King Abdullah University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Laser and peroxide combo shows promise for implant gum disease
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a special light-activated treatment, called oxygen high-level laser therapy, could improve gum health around dental implants. Sixteen adults with gum infections around their implants received either laser therapy with hydrogen peroxide or laser alone aft…
Sponsor: King Abdullah University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Chewing gum vs. mouthwash: which keeps your mouth cleaner all day?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether using mouth rinses or chewing gum between morning and evening brushing reduces plaque buildup and improves breath freshness. Twenty healthy adults tried five different products (or no product) on separate days. Plaque was measured by staining teeth and t…
Sponsor: King Abdullah University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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New gum cleaning method tested for brace wearers: could it be better?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at 30 adults with braces and gum inflammation (gingivitis). Each person received two different cleanings—one side of the mouth got a newer method called Guided Biofilm Therapy (using air and powder), and the other side got the standard ultrasonic cleaning and po…
Sponsor: King Abdullah University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Water flosser takes on interdental brush in braces plaque battle
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a water flosser is better than an interdental brush at removing plaque and reducing gum inflammation in people with braces. 75 adults with braces used both tools on different sides of their mouth for 3 months. The goal was to see which tool cleans better…
Sponsor: King Abdullah University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC