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Study identifier: NCT06091228 Synced from ClinicalTrials.gov · July 28, 2026
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The Additional Effect of Tongue Scraping on Halitosis Parameters in Initial Periodontal Therapy

Condition: Periodontitis · Halitosis · Tongue Condition  ·  Sponsor: Universitaire Ziekenhuizen KU Leuven

PhaseNA
Planned participants39
Who can joinAll sexes, 18 Years to no upper limit
Healthy volunteersYes

About this study

Periodontitis can lead to tooth loss which may impair chewing ability and aesthetics. In addition, periodontitis can give rise to halitosis. Standard initial periodontal treatment consists of supra and subgingival biofilm reduction and removal of calculus. Recently, the European Federation of Periodontology introduced clinical practice guidelines for the treatment of periodontitis. The use of a tongue scraper is not mentioned as element in the standard initial treatment of periodontitis. The investigators have planned a clinical study in order to provide information about the effect of standard initial periodontal therapy and the additional effect of the use of a tongue scraper as part of the oral hygiene instructions on halitosis parameters in periodontitis patients.

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Ana Castro  ·  +3216332407  ·  ana.castro@uzleuven.be

Jesica Dadamio  ·  +3216332407  ·  jesica.dadamio@kuleuven.be

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Locations (1)

UZLeuven, Campus SintRafaelLeuven, BelgiumRecruiting

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