Ancient remedy meets modern science: frankincense mouthwash tested for gingivitis
NCT ID NCT07535229
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Sep 03, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study tests whether a mouthwash made from frankincense and coconut oil can help treat mild to moderate gingivitis (gum inflammation). Researchers will compare it to a standard commercial mouthwash in 90 adults over 21 days. The goal is to see if the natural blend reduces plaque and gum inflammation better than conventional products.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- frankincense and coconut oil mouthwash
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a natural alternative to standard mouthwash for reducing gum inflammation and plaque.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 90 participants, so results may not apply widely. The effect may be small or no better than existing products.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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99 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Apr 2026
- Finished
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May 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 to 30 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * Gingival index \>1 * Periodontal pocket depth ≤ 3 mm * Clinical attachment loss "0" * Provision of written informed consent * Good systemic health. Exclusion Criteria: * Severe periodontal disease, as characterized by purulent exudates, generalized mobility, and/or severe recession Any condition that requires antibiotic premedication for the administration of a dental prophylaxis. Self-reported pregnancy, intent to become pregnant during the study, or breast-feeding. Any diseases or condition that could be expected to interfere with the safe completion of the study. History of antibiotic use in the previous 3 months. Individuals with orthodontic appliances or prosthetic appliances that would interfere with evaluation.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Oman Dental College
Muscat, 0116, Oman
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