CompletedPhase 3

Efficacy of Eco-Friendly Toothpaste Tablets Versus Conventional Toothpaste Using PI and GI Index

United States40 participantsStarted 2023-01-03

Plain-language summary

Objectives: To assess the change in gingival index (GI) and plaque index (PI) when comparing the use of toothpaste tablets to conventional toothpaste. Methods: 40 participants were randomized into two groups: Colgate's toothpaste tablets (T) and Colgate's Cavity Protection toothpaste (C). Both groups utilized their assigned dentifrice for 2 weeks. A pre and post-assessment measured the GI and PI index. A questionnaire on the use of the product was distributed.

Who can participate

Age range18 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion criteria

✓. Subjects are 18 years or older;
✓. Subjects who will comply with study protocol;
✓. Subjects who can read and understand the consent form;
✓. Subjects available during the study period;
✓. Subjects have more than 20 teeth.

Exclusion criteria

✕. Subjects who are pregnant and/or nursing;
✕. Subjects under the age of 18.

What they're measuring

Plaque Index Score at Baseline

Timeframe: Change between baseline at visit 1 and visit 2, two weeks post baseline.

Gingival Index Score at Baseline

Timeframe: Change between baseline at visit 1 and visit 2, two weeks post baseline.

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05805865

SponsorLoma Linda University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2023-01-23

Results submitted2024-05-03

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