Health Condition 1: K05- Gingivitis and periodontal diseases
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: edible virgin coconut oil: 5 ml of Patanjali virgin coconut oil is to be used for oil pulling. use a spoon of the required quantity and swish in the mouth for 30 seconds twice a day.
In
Sponsors
Dr Megha Tharani
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Children between the age group 10-14 years will be included. 2. Children with no recent antibiotic therapy past four weeks. 3. Children with plaque score >0.9 according to Plaque Index given by Loe and silness.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Children with clinical evidence of ulcers, abcess or sinus tract or undergoing dental treatment including orthodontic treatment. 2. Children with any predisposing medical/systemic condition 3. Children with any history of sensitivity/allergic reaction to the contents of fluoridated, probiotic mouthwash and virgin coconut oil
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1. To evaluate the reduction of S. mutans count after using of fluoridated mouthwash, probiotic rinse and virgin coconut oil pullingTimepoint: baseline, 14 days and 28 days | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| To check the s mutans microbial count using probiotic mouthrinsesTimepoint: baseline, 14 days and 28 days | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactMegha Tharani
KM Shah Dental college
Outcome results
None listed