New Air-Polishing technique could make gum disease cleanings less painful
NCT ID NCT07344805
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether using an air-polishing device with erythritol powder is as effective as standard scaling and root planing for maintaining gum health after initial treatment. Twenty adults with periodontitis were randomly assigned to one of the two cleaning methods. The researchers measured gum pocket depths, bleeding, and patient discomfort, and also analyzed changes in mouth bacteria. The goal was to see if the newer method could be less painful and faster while still keeping gums healthy.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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20 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jul 2023
- Finished
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Jul 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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- Ages
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18 to 90 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients who have received basic periodontal treatment between 3-6 months before the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant or breastfeeding patients. * Use of systemic antibiotics within 6 months prior to the study. * Patients who smoke more than 10 cigarettes/day. * Uncontrolled diabetic patients.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Universidad CEU Cardenal Herrera
Alfara del Patriarca, Valencia, 46115, Spain
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