Coconut oil mouth care for older hospital patients
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests whether using coconut oil as a mouth rinse can help older patients in the hospital keep their mouths clean and healthy, especially when they need help with daily mouth care. It may reduce mouth infections or discomfort for people who cannot brush their own teeth.
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Who can take part
- You are 75 years or older.
- You are currently staying in a hospital unit for older adults or a similar care ward.
- You can open your mouth to receive treatment, but you need help from staff to do your mouth care.
- You do not have a known allergy to coconut.
- You are not already prescribed special medicated mouthwashes by your doctor.
- You do not have trouble swallowing.
- You are not in the final stages of life.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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