Comparison of periodontal health and oral health status in adult individuals using charcoal infused toothbrush and regular nylon bristle toothbrush in a Nigerian tertiary hospital.

Phase 2

• Conditions: Oral Health

• Registration Number: PACTR202305892616028
• Lead Sponsor: Dr. Veronica Obianuju Amuh

Brief Summary

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Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2023-05-02
• Last Update Posted: 29 May 2023

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Complete
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 25

Inclusion Criteria

1. Adults 18years and above.
2. Each subject having a minimum of 20 teeth with intact periodontium excluding third molars
3. Patients who are willing to participate in the study and give informed consent to do so.

Exclusion Criteria

1. Subjects without co morbidities. (Hypertension, Diabetes)
2. Subjects with habits and conditions that cause reduced saliva.
3. Subjects wearing orthodontic or prosthetic appliances.
4. Subjects with crowding.
5. Subjects currently on antimicrobials or analgesics.
6. Subjects who reported tobacco use in any form.
7. Subjects with mouth breathing and occlusal parafunction.
8. Subjects who are unwilling to participate in the study.

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
To compare the periodontal health and oral hygiene status of individuals using charcoal infused tooth brush and regular nylon bristle toothbrush.

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
To determine the effect of the use of charcoal infused toothbrush and regular nylon bristle toothbrush on the level of plaque control/ oral hygiene status and periodontal health in Nigerian adults.<br>2.To compare the level of plaque in Nigerian adults using charcoal infused toothbrush and those using regular nylon bristle toothbrush.<br>3.To compare the oral hygiene status of Nigerian adults using charcoal infused toothbrush and those using regular nylon bristle toothbrush<br>4.To compare the periodontal status of Nigerian adults using charcoal infused toothbrush and those using regular nylon bristle toothbrush<br>