A COMPARATIVE CLINICAL STUDY ON ORAL HYGIENE WITH CONVENTIONAL BRUSHING AND MADHUCA TWIG
试验速览
- 阶段
- 2 期
- 状态
- 尚未招募
- 发起方
- 入组人数
- 60
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- Oral hygiene among healthy individuals is maintained.
研究概览
简要总结
Ayurveda mainly focuses on its aim –
“ Swasthasya Swasthya Rakshanam” and “Aturasya vikar Prashamanam”
To achieve its first objective it is necessary to focus on implement of Ritucharya and Dincharya.
Acharya have given more importance to Dinacharya and Ritucharya which describes the daily routine to be followed by a healthy individual for maintaining the health. Ayurveda has given more importance to oral hygiene. It has mentioned many procedures for maintenance of oral health which includes Dantadhavana, Jihwanirlekhana, Kavala, Gandusha etc. Acharya Caraka further adds use of herbal twigs or datun helps to get rid of mukha daurgandya,use of datun remove mal from teeth, tongue, mukha and activate taste buds. One should brush ones teeth with the twig of neem, madhuca, khadir, karanj etc. Madhuka has Madhura, Sita and Snigdha properties. It acts as Vata- pitta hara and Raktapittahara.
According to Acharya Sushrut Madhuca is best amongst Madhur ras gana, Acharya Sushruta also describes these properties. Acharya Sushrut explains its useful properties in maintaining oral hygiene.According to sushrut madhura ras dantdhavani can be used in Pittaj vikar e.g mukha pak,mukha dah etc.
Madhuca twigs are known for their natural antiseptic,antibacterial,spasmolytic and insecticidal properties.A scientific investigation into these properties can offer a natural, chemical-free alternative to conventional dental care products.
AIM:
The aim of this study is to compare the effectiveness of conventional brushing with the use of Madhuca (Madhuca longifolia) twigs in maintaining oral hygiene among healthy individuals.
OBJECTIVES:
1.To measure and compare the levels of gingival health, and overall oral cleanliness between individuals using conventional brushing and those using Madhuca twigs.
2.To determine the effectiveness of Madhuca twigs in maintaining or improving oral hygiene in comparison to conventional toothbrushes.
3.To evaluate the difference in oral hygiene scores between the two groups.
4.To identify any additional benefits or limitations of using Madhuca twigs over those using conventional brushing, including cost-effectiveness, accessibility, and cultural relevance.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Na
- 盲法
- None
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 18.00 Year(s) 至 50.00 Year(s)（—）
- 性别
- All
入选标准
- •1.Participants having good health, with no severe dental or periodontal diseases (eg.
- •No active cavities, severe gingivitis or periodonitis).
- •This ensures that the study focuses on prevention rather than treatment of existing conditions.
- •Participants of age range ‘18-50 years’.This age range helps to focus on adults who can consistently follow the study protocol.
- •Selection of participants irrespective of gender, religion, socioeconomic status and marital status.
- •Participants should not have undergone any major dental procedures within the last 3 months.
- •Only non smokers will be included,as smoking is significant risk factor for gum disease.
- •Participants who agrees to sign consent form.
排除标准
- •Individuals with active dental carries, severe gingivitis, periodontal or other significant oral health issues will be excluded.
- •Pt. suffering from any chronic disease like oral cancer, Throat cancer.
- •Participants below the age of 18 years & above 50 years.
- •Participants who are taking antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, or other medication that can affect oral bacteria or gum health.
- •Patient who does not agree to sign a consent form.
- •Smokers or users of other tobacco products will be excluded.
- •Currently using natural twigs or other non conventional methods for oral hygiene.
- •Patients with any type of tooth cap or fillings.
结局指标
主要结局
Oral hygiene among healthy individuals is maintained.
时间窗: 60 days
次要结局
- Gingival health maintained(60 days)
研究者
Dr Madhavi Jagat
Shri Narayana Prasad Awasthi Government Ayurved College Raipur