Coconut oil pulling and moringa mouthwash for gum inflammation in diabetic children
Treatments studied
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests whether coconut oil pulling or a moringa mouthwash can help reduce gum inflammation (gingivitis) in children with diabetes, compared to a standard chlorhexidine rinse. It aims to find a natural and gentle alternative for managing gum health in diabetic kids.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 6 and 12 years old.
- Your child must have diabetes.
- Your child must have mild to moderate gingivitis (swollen or bleeding gums).
- Your child should be medically stable with no other health conditions affecting the mouth.
- Your child must not have allergies to coconut oil, moringa, or chlorhexidine.
- Your child must not have taken antibiotics or corticosteroids in the past 4 weeks.
Quick eligibility check
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