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Effectiveness of Coconut Oil Pulling With Clove Oil, Coconut Oil Pulling and Fluoride Mouthwash on Streptococcus Mutans Count in Children
Sponsor: Cairo University
Summary
This study aims to compare the effectiveness of coconut oil pulling with clove oil, coconut oil pulling alone, and fluoride mouthwash in reducing Streptococcus mutans levels in children aged 6-12 years. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: 1. Coconut Oil Pulling with Clove Oil Group - Daily swishing with coconut oil mixed with clove oil. 2. Coconut Oil Pulling Group - Daily swishing with coconut oil alone. 3. Fluoride Mouthwash Group (Control) - Using fluoride mouthwash as per standard guidelines. The primary outcome is the reduction in Streptococcus mutans count, assessed through microbiological analysis of saliva samples at baseline, immediately after intervention, and after 4 weeks. Secondary outcomes include patient acceptability, adherence, and gingival health. This randomized controlled trial will provide insight into natural alternatives for oral health maintenance in children. Study Location: Cairo University, Faculty of Dentistry. Estimated Study Duration: May 2025 - January 2026.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
6 Years - 12 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
105
Start Date
2025-05-01
Completion Date
2026-01-01
Last Updated
2025-04-04
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
coconut oil pulling with clove oil
Participants will swish 10 mL of coconut oil mixed with 2 drops of clove oil once daily for 4 weeks. This intervention is designed to assess its antimicrobial efficacy in reducing Streptococcus mutans levels in children and improving oral hygiene.
coconut oil pulling
Participants will swish 10 mL of pure coconut oil once daily for 4 weeks. This intervention aims to evaluate the effectiveness of coconut oil alone in reducing Streptococcus mutans levels and its potential role in maintaining oral health.
Fluoride Mouthwash
Participants will rinse with 10 mL of fluoride mouthwash three times daily for 4 weeks. This intervention serves as the active comparator, as fluoride mouthwash is a well-established method for reducing Streptococcus mutans levels and preventing dental caries.
Locations (2)
Faculty of Dentistry-Cairo university
Cairo, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Faculty of Dentistry Cairo university
Egypt, Cairo Governorate, Egypt