La Vista

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of a periodontal hydrogel wound dressing called Emanate Perio PODS in people with generalized stage III periodontitis. The study aims to see if this dressing helps the healing process better than no treatment after cleaning plaque and tartar from teeth. Periodontitis is considered a chronic wound where harmful bacteria can invade the gums, and this study focuses on healing after scaling and root planing (SRP). Participants in the treatment group will use the Emanate Perio PODS device twice daily for 30 minutes immediately after toothbrushing and interdental cleaning. This device physically protects the healing periodontal pocket from bacteria during the critical healing phase, which usually lasts 15 to 30 minutes. By four weeks after SRP, the gum tissue is expected to mature enough to stop treatment. The device is only used after oral hygiene when the tissue is vulnerable to mechanical forces, minimizing patient burden and aligning with regular twice-daily toothbrushing. During the study, participants will be assessed for periodontal wound healing by checking for the presence or absence of gum bleeding 60 days after non-surgical therapy. Researchers will monitor safety and wound healing effectiveness while participants follow study procedures and avoid certain oral hygiene products and devices. The study includes thorough periodontal evaluations and digital scans to track healing progress over time.