Clinical Trial

Comparison of the Effectiveness of Miswak and Manual Toothbrush in Removing Dental Plaque in Fixed Orthodontic Patients

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This record was last updated June 3, 2026 (before its estimated June 30, 2026 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.
Summary
This study compares the immediate plaque removal efficacy of the natural Miswak versus a traditional manual toothbrush using the Modified Bass technique among orthodontic patients. The main question it aims to answer is: Are there statistically significant differences in the post-brushing plaque index reduction between the dental arch side cleaned with Miswak and the contralateral side cleaned with a manual toothbrush?
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Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07619014
Lead Sponsor Al-Hawash Private University
Conditions Dental Plaque, Orthodontic Patients
Enrollment 90 participants
Start Date 2026-05-01
Primary Completion 2026-06-30 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-08-30 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-06-03