Light-activated therapy for gum disease treatment
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests whether adding a light-activated therapy (photodynamic therapy) to standard deep-cleaning can improve gum disease treatment. It is for adults with periodontitis who have not had recent gum treatment or taken certain medications.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 or older.
- You must have at least 10 natural teeth.
- You cannot have had gum treatment in the past 6 months.
- You cannot have taken antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, or immune-suppressing medications in the past 6 months.
- You cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You cannot have diabetes.
Quick eligibility check
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