Motivational Interviewing for Gum Disease Treatment
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests whether talking with a counselor about oral health motivation, combined with a special cleaning procedure below the gum line, helps treat gum disease better. You'll be randomly assigned to receive this counseling approach or standard treatment.
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Who can take part
- Age between 30 and 50 years old
- Diagnosed with moderate gum disease (periodontitis, stages I–III)
- No serious medical conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or immune disorders
- Not taking long-term antibiotics
- Not pregnant, breastfeeding, or past menopause
- No braces now and no plans to get braces during the study
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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