Comparing two non-surgical gum treatments for advanced periodontitis
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study compares two methods for treating advanced gum disease (periodontitis) without surgery: one uses a special ultrasound device (Vector® system) and the other uses small hand tools (Mini-Five curettes). The goal is to see which cleans deeper pockets better and helps gums heal.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old
- You have been diagnosed with advanced gum disease (Stage III or Stage IV periodontitis)
- You have at least one single-rooted tooth (like a front tooth or premolar) with a deep gum pocket (5 mm or more) and a bone defect on X-ray (2 mm or more)
- You have not had gum disease treatment (like deep cleaning) in the last 6 months
- You smoke 10 or fewer cigarettes a day (or don't smoke)
- You are not pregnant
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