Status:
COMPLETED
Zinc Stents for the Treatment of Gingivitis
Lead Sponsor:
Cukurova University
Conditions:
Gingivitis; Chronic
Eligibility:
All Genders
18-30 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
Background This study investigates the effects of zinc-containing stents on gingival inflammation, bleeding, and plaque regrowth in gingivitis patients. Methods A randomized, double-blind, placebo-co...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Presence of plaque-induced gingivitis \[bleeding on gentle probing at \>30% of sites examined and a gingival index (GI) of at least 1 at \>60% of sites examined\],
- Plaque index (PI) of ≥ 2 according to the modified Quigley\&Hein index,
- 18-30 years old,
- At least 20 natural teeth,
- Systemically healthy.
Exclusion
- Pocket probing depth (PPD) of ≥4 mm,
- Interdental clinical attachment loss (CAL) detectable at ≥2 nonadjacent teeth or displaying buccal/oral CAL ≥3 mm coupled with PD ≥3 mm
- Subjects with a history of allergies to Zinc,
- The presence of hematologic disorders or any other systemic illness,
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding,
- Current orthodontic treatment,
- History of periodontal therapy,
- Use of antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medication within the preceding 6 months,
- Smoking.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
October 1 2023
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
February 28 2025
Estimated Enrollment :
42 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06888440
Start Date
October 1 2023
End Date
February 28 2025
Last Update
March 21 2025
Active Locations (1)
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Cukurova University Faculty of Dentistry
Adana, Turkey (Türkiye), 01130