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Comparative Efficacy of Oil Pulling and Chlorhexidine on Plaque Induced Gingivitis
Sponsor: Liaquat College of Medicine and Dentistry
Summary
This randomized clinical trial aims to compare the efficacy of chlorhexidine and coconut oil in plaque-induced gingivitis patients. The study seeks to determine whether coconut oil pulling can provide comparable anti-plaque and anti-inflammatory effects to chlorhexidine mouthwash while producing fewer side effects. A total of 80 participants who diagnosed as plaque induced gingivitis will be randomly allocated into two equal groups (coconut and chlorhexidine). Clinical parameters, including Plaque Index and Gingival Index, will be assessed at baseline, day 7, day 14, and day 21 to evaluate changes in plaque and gingival inflammation following the interventions.
Official title: Comparative Efficacy of Oil Pulling and Chlorhexidine on Plaque Induced Gingivitis: Randomized Clinical Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
20 Years - 60 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
80
Start Date
2024-08-12
Completion Date
2025-07-12
Last Updated
2026-08-17
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Chlorhexidine mouthwash (0.12%)
Participants will use 0.12% chlorhexidine mouthwash twice daily for 21 days.
coconut oil pulling
Participants will rinse with coconut oil once daily for 10-15 minutes for 21 days.
Locations (1)
Dr. Nida Tariq
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan