Status:

COMPLETED

Clinical Efficacy and Patient Acceptance of Interdental Brushes and Rubber Bristles in Patients With Gingivitis

Lead Sponsor:

Bulent Ecevit University

Conditions:

Oral Hygiene

Eligibility:

All Genders

18-35 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

The primary aim of this clinical study is to compare the effects of IDBs and RBICs on the removal of microbial dental plaque and gingival bleeding in patients with gingivitis. Secondarily, the study a...

Detailed Description

This study involved 40 systemically healthy, right-handed, non-smoking patients aged 18-35 with gingivitis and no prior experience with interdental cleaning tools. Inclusion criteria required a probin...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • probing sulcus depth ≤ 3 mm and full-mouth bleeding on probing (BOP) score ≥ 20%
  • presence of at least 20 natural teeth (excluding third molars), with a minimum of five teeth per quadrant
  • at least four evaluable interproximal sites without crowns or restorations in each quadrant of the maxilla and mandible
  • compatibility of both interdental cleaning devices with a minimum of four interproximal spaces per quadrant
  • no prior experience with interdental cleaning tools
  • willing to participate
  • capable of understanding and complying with the study procedures and instructions.

Exclusion

  • smoking
  • presence of severe gingivitis or clinical attachment loss
  • systemic diseases
  • use of antibiotics within the past three months
  • use of anticoagulant medications or mouthwashes
  • pregnancy or lactation.

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

September 6 2021

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

August 26 2022

Estimated Enrollment :

40 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT07150910

Start Date

September 6 2021

End Date

August 26 2022

Last Update

September 8 2025

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Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University

Zonguldak, Turkey (Türkiye)

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