Efficacy of a Herbal Toothpaste During Active Periodontal Treatment
Author Information
Author(s): Vajrabhaya La-ongthong, Benjasupattananan Supranee, Sappayatosok Kraisorn, Dechosilpa Vittawin, Korsuwannawong Suwanna, Sirikururat Papatpong, Javed Fawad
Primary Institution: College of Dental Medicine, Rangsit University, Thailand
Hypothesis
The herbal toothpaste containing A. vera did not significantly decrease BOP, PD, and CAL in periodontitis patients during SRP compared to the control and the benchmark toothpaste.
Conclusion
The herbal toothpaste containing Aloe vera significantly decreased gingival inflammation, probing depth, and clinical attachment level over the standard and active control toothpaste in periodontitis patients during active periodontal treatment.
Supporting Evidence
- The herbal toothpaste significantly reduced bleeding on probing at week 4.
- The probing depth decreased significantly in all groups after treatment.
- The clinical attachment level reduction was greatest in the test group compared to the other groups.
Takeaway
Using a special toothpaste with Aloe vera can help people with gum disease feel better and improve their gum health.
Methodology
Fifty-four periodontitis patients were randomly allocated into three groups and evaluated at baseline, week 4, and week 12 after treatment.
Limitations
The study had a limited sample size and a short follow-up period.
Participant Demographics
The age range of the patients was 34–70 years, with 63% being male.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p < 0.05
Statistical Significance
p < 0.01
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