Comparing of Germ Levels on Charcoal Toothbrushes Stored in Different locations After Brushing.

Assessment of microbial levels on charcoal toothbrush stored at different settings after use: A microbiological study - NIL

Status

Active, not recruiting

Phases

Phase 2

Study type

Interventional

Source

CTRI

Registry ID

CTRI/2026/02/104720

Enrollment

Registered

2026-02-25

Start date

Unknown

Completion date

Unknown

Last updated

2026-03-02

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Conditions

None listed

Interventions

Intervention1: Toothbrush kept in washroom after use.: Participants will be provided with dental kit containing Colgate Slim Soft Charcoal toothbrush & Colgate Strong Teeth toothpaste and instructed

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Participants who provide written informed consent for the study. Adults aged 18 30 years with a minimum of 20 teeth present. Participants with good gingival & periodontal health. (FMPS less than 20percent & FMBS less than 10percent) Good systemic health. Individuals willing to follow standard brushing instructions provided during the study.

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: Participants with a history of smoking, alcohol use, or other habits. Patient with known allergy to charcoal. Pregnant/lactating women. History with antibiotic therapy in last 6 months.

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame
To assess and compare microbial levels on charcoal toothbrush kept in washroom and living roomTimepoint: 2 weeks and 4weeks	—

Secondary

Measure	Time frame
NILTimepoint: NIL	—

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactDr Rizia Parvin

The Oxford Dental College

sunaina1096@gmail.com9845203336

Outcome results