Could a simple mouthwash boost gum disease healing?
NCT ID NCT07203872
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether adding a special anti-inflammatory mouthwash to a deep-cleaning procedure helps heal advanced gum disease better than the cleaning alone. About 20 adults with severe gum disease will be randomly assigned to use either the active mouthwash or a placebo for six months. Researchers will measure gum pocket depth, take saliva and blood samples, and track healing to see if the combination works better.
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Study facts
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 20 people
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- Expected to start
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Nov 2025
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- Expected to finish
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May 2027
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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18 to 70 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Age 18 to 70 2. Diagnosis of periodontitis stage III-IV 3. Presence of at least 1 deep intrabony defect (both PPD and radiographic defects \>6mm) 4. Full-mouth dichotomous plaque score\>30% 5. Willing to voluntarily sign the informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Previous periodontal treatment to the study site within 6 months 2. Use of systemic antibiotics within 3 months 3. Weekly regular use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs 4. Contributing medical history according to the examining clinician (e.g. diabetes mellitus) 5. Smoking history (current or within 5 years) 6. Allergic to any ingredient present in the products used in study. 7. Presence of systemic diseases, which affects bone and/or connective tissue metabolism 8. Concurrent participation in other clinical studies. 9. Pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Oral Clinical Research Unit (OCRU) at King's College London (KCL)
London, SE1 9RT, United Kingdom
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