Regular Use of aPDT in the Management and Prevention of Periodontitis Symptoms in Diabetic Patients

Summary

This is an investigator-initiated clinical study to establish easy referral and access for diabetic patients from primary health care to oral health care facilities for preventive oral care, periodontal assessment, and treatment, and to investigate the impact of regular home use of aPDT medical device on plaque control and gingival health, when used as an adjunct treatment to standard oral hygiene, and the effect on diabetes control in patients with the risk of periodontal disease, compared to a standard home care oral hygiene regimen.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

* Diabetic patient treated at community health care;
* At least 18 years old;
* Presence of ≥20 teeth;
* Agreement to participate in the study, and to sign a written consent form;
* Ability to cooperate with the treatment protocol according to coordinator investigator's assessment.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Oral thrush;
* Known sensitivity to near-infrared or antibacterial blue light.

Conditions5

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