Status:

RECRUITING

Trehalose vs Glycine Air-Polishing in Peri-Implant Mucositis Treatment

Lead Sponsor:

University of Pavia

Conditions:

Peri-implant Mucositis

Eligibility:

All Genders

18-70 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

This randomized controlled clinical trial investigates the effectiveness of trehalose powder compared to glycine powder when used in air-polishing during supportive therapy for peri-implant mucositis,...

Detailed Description

Peri-implant mucositis is a reversible inflammatory condition affecting the soft tissues surrounding dental implants and represents an early stage in the progression toward peri-implantitis if left un...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Adults aged between 18 and 70 years
  • Presence of peri-implant mucositis, defined as bleeding on probing (BoP) around implants without radiographic evidence of bone loss beyond initial remodeling
  • Visible biofilm on implant surfaces
  • Ability to understand and sign informed consent
  • Good oral hygiene and patient compliance
  • Availability for all follow-up visits (1, 3, and 6 months)

Exclusion

  • Presence of systemic conditions that may affect healing (e.g., uncontrolled diabetes, immunosuppression)
  • Current smokers or former smokers who quit less than 6 months ago
  • Pregnant or breastfeeding women
  • Use of antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs in the 3 months prior to baseline
  • Presence of peri-implantitis (i.e., bleeding on probing with concomitant radiographic bone loss)
  • History of head and neck radiotherapy
  • Presence of pacemakers or cardiac stimulators
  • Neurological or psychological disorders affecting study compliance

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

August 30 2025

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ESTIMATED

End Date :

March 10 2026

Estimated Enrollment :

40 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT07140146

Start Date

August 30 2025

End Date

March 10 2026

Last Update

September 16 2025

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Unit of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry - Section of Dentistry - Department of Clinical, Surgical, Diagnostic and Pediatrics - University of Pavia

Pavia, Lombardy, Italy, 27100