None listed
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Microneedling technique with Topical Triphala Curna in the treatment of gingival de-pigmentation (done over a period of 6 months): Microneedling with Triphala Curna
Dose/Concentration:
patients followed up with clinical assessments and photographs up to 6 months.
Control Intervention1: Microneedling technique with Topical Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) in the treatment of gingival de-pig
patients followed up with clinical assessments and photographs up to 6 months.
Sponsors
Dr Aradhya Sinha
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Plaque index score of 1 and gingival index score of 1 More than 2 mm of attached gingiva width No teeth with a history of endodontic treatment. Patient score of 1-2 according to Peeran et al gingival pigmentation index (2014). Up to class 2 of of Liebart and Deruelle Smile line classification(2004) Proper diagnostic photographs with proper lighting Patients who agree to participate in the study by signing the informed consent
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Patients on antibiotics or anti inflammatory medicines History of periodontal surgery within the last 6 months Mothers who are pregnant or nursing. Patients with systemically compromised health Non-compliant patients
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Intensity of the pigmentation Gingival thicknessTimepoint: Baseline 3months 6 months | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| PROM Patient Reported Outcome MeasuresTimepoint: 3Months 6Months | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Mranali K
Manipal College Of Dental Sciences, Mangalore
Outcome results
None listed