Comparative Efficacy of Oil Pulling and Chlorhexidine on Plaque Induced Gingivitis

Liaquat College of Medicine and Dentistry80 enrolled

Overview

This randomized clinical trial aims to compare the efficacy of chlorhexidine and coconut oil in plaque-induced gingivitis patients. The study seeks to determine whether coconut oil pulling can provide comparable anti-plaque and anti-inflammatory effects to chlorhexidine mouthwash while producing fewer side effects. A total of 80 participants who diagnosed as plaque induced gingivitis will be randomly allocated into two equal groups (coconut and chlorhexidine). Clinical parameters, including Plaque Index and Gingival Index, will be assessed at baseline, day 7, day 14, and day 21 to evaluate changes in plaque and gingival inflammation following the interventions.

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Purpose

TREATMENT

Masking

NONE

Enrollment

Conditions

Plaque Induced Gingivitis

Interventions

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 20 YearsMax age: 60 Years

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Individual aged between 22-60years. 2. Individual who have retained 28 no of teeth in the mouth. 3. Individuals who have diagnosed as plaque induced gingivitis along with mild to moderate gingival inflammation. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Individual who have any systemic medical illness 2. Multiple extractions, overhang restoration, wearing any appliance 3. Periodontal problem with pocket depth more than 3mm 4. Current or recent history of antibiotic consumption 5. Non compliance that is unable to maintain their hygiene -

Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Reduction in Gingival Inflammation

To assess the gingival inflammation using Gingival Index scores in participants receiving chlorhexidine mouthwash and coconut oil pulling therapy

Time frame: Baseline, Day 7, Day 14, and Day 21

Secondary Outcomes

Reduction in Dental Plaque

Evaluation of dental plaque accumulation using Plaque Index scores among study participants.