To better understand and treat your gum disease, dentists now use a system that stages its severity and grades its speed, rather than using old labels. The recommended first step is almost always a deep cleaning, which is very effective. However, because some bacteria can hide from cleanings and antibiotics, researchers are exploring a promising light-based treatment. This method uses a safe, light-activated dye and a gentle laser to target and kill bacteria without leading to resistance. To make this treatment even stronger, scientists are testing a way to package the dye inside tiny, biodegradable "containers" that deliver it directly to the germs. The goal of this research is to see if this advanced delivery method works better than the dye alone, hoping to provide a more powerful, non-surgical option to fight gum disease and protect your teeth."
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Plaque Index (unit:score)
Timeframe: from the enrollment to the end of treatment at 6 months the clinical parameters are first measured at baseline through stent for standaridization and then measured again after 3 months and 6 months repectively .
The Gingival index (unit=score )
Timeframe: from the enrollment to the end of treatment at 6 months the clinical parameters are first measured at baseline through stent for standaridization and then measured again after 3 months and 6 months repectively .
Probing depth (PD) (Unit=mm)
Timeframe: from the enrollment to the end of treatment at 6 months the clinical parameters are first measured at baseline through stent for standaridization and then measured again after 3 months and 6 months repectively .
Clinical Attachment Loss (CAL) (Unit=mm)
Timeframe: from the enrollment to the end of treatment at 6 months the clinical parameters are first measured at baseline through stent for standaridization and then measured again after 3 months and 6 months repectively .