Using erythritol air polishers to treat dental black stains
Official title: Air Polishers With Erythritol in the Treatment of Dental Black Stain of Bacterial Origin
Run by Cardenal Herrera University · NCT06720168 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests if using erythritol air polishers can help people with black dental stains keep their teeth cleaner and happier compared to regular dental cleaning methods.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Cardenal Herrera University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Alfara del Patriarca, Valencia) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | December 5, 2024 |
| Main results expected | May 2026 |
| Study ends | July 2026 |
| Registry record updated | February 19, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06720168 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are patients with two or more teeth exhibiting black stains.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with systemic diseases, cognitive impairments, recent antibiotic use, or allergies to erythritol may 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 clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of erythritol powder air polishers in preventing the recurrence of dental black stains caused by chromogenic microorganisms. It compares this method to conventional dental prophylaxis over a 12-month follow-up period. The study focuses on patient satisfaction and the duration of treatment, aiming to provide insights into better management strategies for dental stains. The trial includes patients with multiple teeth affected by black stains and excludes those with certain health conditions or allergies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could provide a more effective and less damaging treatment option for patients suffering from dental black stains.
How similar studies have gone: While there is limited data on the specific use of erythritol air polishers for this condition, similar studies have shown promise in using antimicrobial agents for dental treatments.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients with 2 or more teeth with black stain Exclusion Criteria: * Sistemic diseases * Patients with physical and/or cognitive impairment which prevents participation in a dental prophylaxis. * Use of oral antibiotics fifteen days before the intervention * Allergy to erythritol
Where it's running
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Universidad CEU Cardenal Herrera
Alfara del Patriarca, Valencia, Spain Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: María del Mar Jovani-Sancho, DDS, PhD — Cardenal Herrera University
- Study coordinator: María del Mar Jovani-Sancho, DDS, PhD
- Email: marjovani@uchceu.es
- Phone: +34961369000
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.