Status:
ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION
Powered vs. Manual Toothbrushing in Stage 3-4 Periodontitis
Lead Sponsor:
University of L'Aquila
Conditions:
Periodontitis
Dental Plaque
Eligibility:
All Genders
18+ years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
This study compares the effectiveness of powered and manual toothbrushes in reducing gum bleeding and dental plaque in people with stage 3 or 4 periodontitis. All participants are trained to brush for...
Detailed Description
This single-blind, randomized controlled trial evaluates the clinical effectiveness of powered versus manual toothbrushing in patients newly diagnosed with stage 3 or 4 periodontitis. Participants are...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Adults aged 18 to 75 years
- Diagnosis of stage 3 or 4 periodontitis based on clinical and radiographic examination
- Retaining at least 16 natural teeth
- Ability to follow oral hygiene instructions and compliance with the study protocol
- Willingness to refrain from using additional oral hygiene products (e.g., mouthwash, interdental cleaners) during the study
- Ability to provide informed consent
Exclusion
- Presence of systemic conditions that may affect oral health (e.g., uncontrolled diabetes, immunocompromised states)
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Ongoing use of antibiotics or other medications that could interfere with gum health
- Severe dental conditions (e.g., tooth mobility \> 2, advanced root resorption)
- Prior use of a powered toothbrush within the last 6 months
- Participation in another clinical trial that could interfere with study outcomes
- Inability or unwillingness to comply with study requirements or provide informed consent
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
November 1 2024
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
December 1 2026
Estimated Enrollment :
50 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06980714
Start Date
November 1 2024
End Date
December 1 2026
Last Update
May 20 2025
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University of L'Aquila
L’Aquila, Italy, 67100