Collection of Gingival Crevicular Fluid From Periodontitis Patients

Exclusion Criteria

• •Medical condition which requires pre-medication prior to dental visits/procedures
• •Advanced periodontal disease
• •5 or more decayed, untreated dental sites
• •Diseases of the soft or hard oral tissues
• •Orthodontic appliances
• •Abnormal salivary function
• •Use of prescription drugs.
• •Use of antibiotics one (1) month prior to or during this study
• •Use of any over the counter medications other than analgesics
• •Erratic use of vitamin supplements
• •Pregnant or breastfeeding.
• •Participation in another clinical study in the month preceding this study
• •Allergic to common dentifrice ingredients
• •Immune compromised individuals (HIV, AIDS, immuno suppressive drug therapy)