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Comparing a Herbal Gel and Chlorhexidine in Treating Mild Gum Disease in Children

Effectiveness Of Centella Asiatica Gel Versus Chlorhexidine In The Management Of Mild Gingivitis Among Children: An Experimental In Vivo Study - NIL

Status
Active, not recruiting
Phases
Phase 1
Study type
Interventional
Source
CTRI
Registry ID
CTRI/2026/06/112906
Enrollment
150
Registered
2026-06-17
Start date
Unknown
Completion date
Unknown
Last updated
2026-06-22

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Conditions

Health Condition 1: K089- Disorder of teeth and supporting structures, unspecified

Interventions

Intervention1: CENTELLA ASIATICA GEL: Patients will be instructed to apply a pea-sized amount of the gel on the gingiva twice daily, in the morning and at night. The gel will be massaged into the ging

Sponsors

Institute of Dental Sciences
Lead Sponsor

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: a) Children aged 12-15 years of age b) Patient with mild gingivitis c) Index teeth that are assessed in plaque and gingival index should be present d) Able to maintain oral hygiene e) Cooperative patient

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: a) History of antibiotic coverage in last 3 months b) Long-term exposure to anti-inflammatory drugs c) History of periodontal therapy including oral prophylaxis in the last 6 months d) Patients wearing orthodontic appliances e) Allergy to any gel components f) A recent history of presence of any acute or chronic infection.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
We Will See The Gingival And Plaque Index Pre And Post InterventionTimepoint: We Will See The Gingival And Plaque Index at 7 , 14 AND 21 DAYS

Secondary

MeasureTime frame
NILTimepoint: NIL

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactRitika Tewari

Institute of Dental Sciences

ritikatewari1998@gmail.com08755029482

Outcome results

None listed

Source: CTRI (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Jun 29, 2026