Evaluating the impact of periodontal therapy on gingivitis patients
Official title: Impact of Periodontal Supportive Therapy Number of Sessions in Patients With Gingivitis and Periodontitis in Order to Evaluate Disease Evolution.
Run by University of Catania · NCT06382753 · Data updated 2026-05-14
This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.
This study tests if regular gum treatment can help people with gingivitis avoid getting more serious gum disease over five years.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 70 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 150 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Catania Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Catania) |
| Trial ID | NCT06382753 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are individuals diagnosed with gingivitis who have not developed periodontitis.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are pregnant, have systemic diseases, or are already diagnosed with periodontitis will not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of periodontal supportive therapy in patients diagnosed with gingivitis over a five-year follow-up period. It involves a retrospective analysis of the number of therapy sessions and their correlation with the development of periodontitis. The study aims to identify how regular treatment can influence the progression of gum disease. By analyzing patient records, researchers hope to provide insights into optimal care strategies for gingivitis.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could help establish guidelines for preventing periodontitis in patients with gingivitis through effective supportive therapy.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown that supportive periodontal therapy can be beneficial in managing gum diseases, suggesting that this approach may yield positive results.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of Gingivitis Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of Periodontitis * Pregnancy * Systemic diseases
Where it's running
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AOU Policlinico G. Rodolico
Catania, Italy Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Gaetano Isola — University of Catania
- Study coordinator: Gaetano Isola
- Email: gaetano.isola@unict.it
- Phone: 0953785652
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.