King Abdullah University Hospital
Clinical trials sponsored by King Abdullah University Hospital, explained in plain language.
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Laser light plus peroxide shows promise for implant gum disease
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a special light-activated treatment (oxygen high-level laser therapy) added to standard cleaning could improve gum health around dental implants. Sixteen adults with gum infections around at least two implants received the laser treatment with hydrogen p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King Abdullah University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 11:34 UTC
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Braces and bleeding gums? new study tests which cleaning method wins
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at 30 people with braces who had gum inflammation (gingivitis). Each person received two different cleanings—one side of the mouth got a newer method called Guided Biofilm Therapy, and the other side got the traditional cleaning. Researchers checked plaque level…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King Abdullah University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 11:32 UTC
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Braces wearers rejoice: water flosser takes on gum disease!
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a water flosser or an interdental brush is better at removing plaque and reducing gum inflammation in people with braces. 75 adults with fixed braces used one tool on each side of their mouth for 3 months. The goal was to find which tool keeps teeth and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King Abdullah University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:50 UTC
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Gum and mouthwash battle daytime plaque buildup
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether using mouth rinses or chewing gum between morning and evening brushing can reduce plaque and improve breath. Twenty healthy adults tried five different products (like Listerine and Wrigley gum) on separate days, and researchers compared results to days w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King Abdullah University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:50 UTC