💬In plain words
What the trial is, and whether it could suit you
It is a clinical study conducted to evaluate the effect of vitamin C and Glucathonine injection of pigmented gingival tissue versus surgical removal by scalpel
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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria:
The selection criteria were done according to Gingival pigmentation index is as follows (Dummett and Bolden)10:
1. Score0:absence of pigmentation
2. Score1:spotsofbrowntoblackcolororpigments
3. Score2:browntoblackpatchesbutnotdiffusepigmentation
4. Score3:diffuse brown to black pigmentation,marginal,and attached.
Patients who have Dummett and Bolden index score 1, 2, or 3 will be included in addition to the following criteria:
1. above 18yrs
2. systemically free
3. physiologic gingival hyperpigmentation related to esthetic region
4. well maintained oral hygiene and willing to undergo minor surgical procedures
Exclusion Criteria:
1. systemic diseases associated with pathological hyperpigmentation or improper delayed wound healing (uncontrolled diabetes, autoimmune diseases, etc.)
2. pregnant and lactating mothers
3. usage of chlorhexidine or povidone iodine
4. Local causes (smoking)
5. periodontal diseases (plaque and non-plaque induced gingivitis or periodontitis)
6. non compliant patients
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What it tests
- Vitamin c and glutathione
- Surgical depigmentation
Faculty of Dentistry
Al Fayyum, Egypt
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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