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Evaluation of Local Delivery of Aloe Vera Gel as an Adjunct to Non-surgical Treatment in Patients With Chronic Periodontitis (A Randomized, Clinical Trial)
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Aloe vera after SRP and Scaling and root planing (SRP) for Chronic Periodontitis. Completed, enrolled 30 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Aim of the current study was to evaluate the effect of Aloe vera gel as an adjunct to scaling and root planing (SRP) in the management of chronic periodontitis.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Subgingival administration of Aloe vera gel was preceded by flushing the area with saline to wash away any debris. Aloe vera (1cc) gel was applied subgingivally using atraumatic needle. Patients were instructed not to rinse or drink any liquid for at least 30 minutes. The application was performed at baseline and after 1 and 2 weeks.
Removal of supragingival and sub-gingival calculus and debris was performed, followed by smoothing root surfaces and removing cementum or dentine that is impregnated with calculus and toxins.