Liquorice gel takes on laser in gum disease showdown
NCT ID NCT07602738
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compared a liquorice nanogel to a diode laser as extra treatments for advanced gum disease (stage III). 27 adults with deep gum pockets received one of the two treatments alongside standard care. The goal was to see which approach better reduced harmful bacteria and improved gum health.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Phase 3
Large-scale testing in a bigger group. Usually the last step before a treatment can be approved.
- Participants
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27 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jul 2024
- Finished
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Apr 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 to 50 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patient had Periodontitis stage III with pocket depth ≥ 6mm; indicated for periodontal surgery or CAL ≥ 5mm. 2. Patient agreed to the surgical procedure and clinical trial. 3. Age ranged between 18-50 years old. Exclusion Criteria: * 1: No previous drug was taken affecting bone metabolism. 2- Smoking. 3- Pregnant women and women with menopause. 4- Patients with psychological problems . 5- Patients with abnormal habits. 6- Patients with medical conditions as Diabetes or Hypertension.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Alazhar University for Girls
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, 00202, Egypt
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