Gels to Treat and Prevent Gingival Inflammation Around Dental Implants

This clinical study, conducted at Laval University's graduate periodontics clinic, investigates the efficacy and safety of a nanocrystal gel as a supplementary treatment to non-surgical mechanical debridement (professional cleaning) for managing peri-implant mucositis-a reversible inflammatory condition affecting the soft tissues around dental implants. The study enrolls eight participants, comprising individuals with either healthy peri-implant tissues or peri-implant mucositis. Participants are randomly assigned to one of two groups: the test group receives the nanocrystal gel in conjunction with standard peri-implant therapy, while the control group undergoes peri-implant therapy alone. The primary focus of the investigation is the bleeding on probing (BoP) parameter, analyzing its progression over a four-week period and comparing outcomes between the two groups. Additionally, other clinical parameters, including the modified gingival index, modified plaque index, and pocket depth, are evaluated. Participants receive one of the designated treatments, with the study design ensuring they are blinded to the specific treatment administered. A follow-up appointment four weeks later allows for the reassessment of all recorded clinical parameters. One week after treatment, participants complete a survey to report any discomfort or pain experienced post-treatment.