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NCT07880509
PHASE4

Effectiveness of Pre-Procedural CPC and Zinc Mouthwash in Reducing Dental Aerosols

Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive

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Summary

This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of pre-procedural mouthwashes in reducing bacterial contamination in dental aerosols generated during ultrasonic scaling. Participants undergo a single-day clinical visit where they receive a randomized pre-procedural rinse (or control) followed by full-mouth ultrasonic prophylaxis. Viable bacteria in aerosols collected on agar plates surrounding the dental unit are measured to determine whether rinsing with an alcohol-free mouthwash containing 0.09% Cetylpyridinium Chloride (CPC) and 0.28% Zinc Lactate significantly lowers bacterial contamination compared to water, no rinse, or a 0.2% Chlorhexidine positive control.

Official title: A Clinical Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Pre-Procedural Rinsing With a Mouthwash Containing Cetylpyridinium Chloride and Zinc Lactate in Reducing Viable Bacteria in Dental Aerosols

Key Details

Gender

All

Age Range

18 Years - 70 Years

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Enrollment

60

Start Date

2026-10-08

Completion Date

2026-12-23

Last Updated

2026-10-19

Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Interventions

DRUG

0.09% CPC + Zinc Lactate Mouthwash

Alcohol-free mouthwash containing 0.09% Cetylpyridinium Chloride and Zinc Lactate with fluoride.

DRUG

0.2% Chlorhexidine Mouthwash

Commercially available 0.2% Chlorhexidine mouthwash.

OTHER

Water

Water dispensed directly from the dental chair triple syringe.