Light at home fights gum disease: new study shows promise
NCT ID NCT05278416
First seen Jan 27, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 18 times
Summary
This study tested if a special light device used at home can help manage chronic gum disease (periodontitis). 202 adults with gum disease used the device regularly alongside standard care. The main goal was to see if it reduced bleeding when gums are gently probed, a key sign of gum health.
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Metropolia University of applied sciences
Helsinki, Finland
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