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MouthwashPhase 3NCT07393802

Evaluation of the Anti-Plaque Effect of a Resveratrol-Based Mouthwash Using a 24-Hour Plaque Re-Growth

A Phase 3 study testing Resveratrol-Based Mouthwash and Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12 % Mouthwash in people with Mouthwash and Chlorhexidine, run by University of Baghdad at 1 site in Iraq.

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Trial summary

Dental plaque is a biofilm that accumulates on tooth surfaces and is a primary factor in the development of gingival inflammation. While toothbrushing remains the main method for plaque control, the effectiveness of mechanical oral hygiene depends largely on individual compliance and technique. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 to 25 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
Conditions the study is for
Mouthwash, Chlorhexidine, Biofilm Formation
What is being tested?
Resveratrol-Based Mouthwash and Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12 % Mouthwash
Type of treatment
Pill or oral medicine
Could I receive a placebo?
Yes, some participants may receive a placebo
How many people
20 participants
Where
1 siteIraq
Study dates
Mar 2026to May 2026
Phase
Phase 3
Are there results?
Not yet: the study is under way

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 to 25 years
  • All sexes
  • Healthy volunteers accepted
  • Adult

Who may be able to join

  • Age between 18 and 30 years
  • Systemically healthy individuals
  • Presence of at least 20 natural teeth
  • Clinically healthy gingiva with no signs of gingivitis or periodontitis
  • No probing depth >3 mm
  • No clinical attachment loss

Who cannot join

  • Presence of gingivitis or periodontitis
  • Active dental caries requiring treatment
  • History of periodontal therapy within the previous 6 months
  • Use of antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, or antiseptic mouthwashes within the previous 3 months
  • Smoking or tobacco use
  • Pregnancy or lactation
  • Known allergy to any mouthwash components

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.

Ahmed Hashim alyasari, master degree contact

07731873348 ext. +9640

ahmed.khudhair@uokerbala.edu.iq

Iraq1 site
  • Ahmed Hashim

    Karbala

    Ahmed Hashim alyasari, master degree, 07731873348 ext. +9640, ahmed.khudhair@uokerbala.edu.iq

Other trials in Iraq

About this study

Official title: Evaluation of the Anti-Plaque Effect of a Resveratrol-Based Mouthwash Using a 24-Hour Plaque Biofilm Re-Growth Randomized Crossover Clinical Trial

Dental plaque is a biofilm that accumulates on tooth surfaces and is a primary factor in the development of gingival inflammation. While toothbrushing remains the main method for plaque control, the effectiveness of mechanical oral hygiene depends largely on individual compliance and technique. As a result, mouthwashes are commonly used as adjunctive chemical plaque control agents.

Chlorhexidine gluconate is an effective anti-plaque mouthwash, but its use is associated with undesirable effects that may limit patient acceptance. Resveratrol is a naturally derived compound with reported antimicrobial and anti-biofilm properties, suggesting its potential use as an alternative chemical plaque control agent.

This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, three-period crossover clinical trial aims to evaluate the short-term anti-plaque effect of a resveratrol-based mouthwash by measuring supragingival plaque regrowth over a 24-hour period in periodontally healthy individuals. The effects of the resveratrol-based mouthwash will be compared with 0.12% chlorhexidine (CHX) and a placebo mouthwash under standardized conditions without mechanical oral hygiene

Read the detailed description

This study is a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, three-period crossover clinical trial conducted in periodontally healthy individuals to evaluate the short-term anti-plaque efficacy of a resveratrol-based mouthwash. The study population will consist of systemically healthy undergraduate dental students with clinically healthy gingiva and no signs of gingivitis or periodontitis. This population was selected to allow accurate assessment of supragingival plaque re-growth without the influence of periodontal inflammation or periodontal pocketing.

Prior to the clinical trial, participants will undergo a one-week preparatory period during which oral hygiene instructions will be provided and professional scaling and polishing will be performed to obtain plaque-free tooth surfaces. Standardized oral hygiene aids will be supplied for use during the preparatory and washout periods.

Participants will be randomly assigned to different intervention sequences determining the order of the three mouthwashes using a computer-generated randomization list prepared by an independent individual not involved in the clinical examinations. To minimize bias, the study will be conducted in a double-blind manner, with the test, positive control, and placebo mouthwashes dispensed in identical opaque bottles. Both participants and the examiner will remain blinded to the identity of the interventions until completion of all study phases.

At the beginning of each intervention period, supragingival plaque will be disclosed and removed by professional polishing to standardize baseline conditions. Participants will then rinse with 10 milliliters of the assigned mouthwash for 30 seconds under supervision and will be instructed to refrain from eating or drinking for 30 minutes. A second rinse will be performed after 12 hours. Participants will be instructed to refrain from all mechanical oral hygiene measures and the use of additional oral hygiene products during the 24-hour experimental period.

After 24 hours, supragingival plaque accumulation will be assessed using the Modified Quigley-Hein Plaque Index (MQHPI). Digital plaque image analysis (DPIA) will be performed using fluorescein-disclosed ultraviolet images to quantify plaque-covered tooth surfaces. Following plaque assessment, professional polishing will be carried out.

Each intervention phase will be separated by a six-day washout period to minimize potential carryover effects. During the washout period, participants will resume routine oral hygiene practices using standardized oral hygiene aids. The short-term safety and acceptability of the tested mouthwashes will be assessed throughout the study

Being tested
Resveratrol-Based Mouthwash, Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12 % Mouthwash, Placebo mouthwash
Keywords
Resveratrol, mouthwash, anti-plaque, crossover

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Resveratrol-Based MouthwashDrug

    This intervention represents the test group of the study and consists of a resveratrol-based mouthwash (Oroxil®), a patented formulation containing resveratrol and carvacrol. The mouthwash is evaluated as a chemical plaque control agent to assess its short-term anti-plaque efficacy using a 24-hour supragingival plaque re-growth model. The intervention is administered under controlled clinical conditions and compared with chlorhexidine and placebo mouthwashes within a randomized, double-blind, crossover study design.

  • Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12 % MouthwashDrug

    This intervention represents the positive control group of the study and involves the use of a 0.12% chlorhexidine digluconate mouthwash. The mouthwash is employed as a reference chemical plaque control agent to evaluate its short-term anti-plaque effect using a 24-hour supragingival plaque biofilm re-growth model. The intervention is administered under standardized and controlled clinical conditions and is compared with the resveratrol-based mouthwash and a placebo within a randomized, double-blind, three-period crossover study design.

  • Placebo mouthwashDrug

    This intervention represents the negative control group of the study and involves the use of a placebo mouthwash with no active antimicrobial ingredients. The placebo is used to assess supragingival plaque biofilm re-growth under standardized conditions and to provide a baseline comparison for evaluating the short-term anti-plaque effects of the resveratrol-based and chlorhexidine mouthwashes. The intervention is administered under controlled clinical conditions within a randomized, double-blind, three-period crossover study design.

Study groups in NCT07393802
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Resveratrol-Based MouthwashExperimentalParticipants assigned to this arm will rinse with 10 mL of the resveratrol-based mouthwash for 30 seconds. Following rinsing, participants will be instructed to refrain from eating or drinking for at least 30 minutes. The mouthwash will be used twice daily (at baseline and after 12 hours). During the 24-hour plaque re-growth period, participants will be instructed to avoid all forms of mechanical oral hygiene, including toothbrushing, flossing, and the use of any additional oral hygiene products.
Receives: Drug: Resveratrol-Based Mouthwash
Chlorhexidine Mouthwash (0.12%)Active comparatorParticipants assigned to this arm will rinse with 10 mL of 0.12% chlorhexidine digluconate mouthwash for 30 seconds. After rinsing, participants will be instructed to refrain from eating or drinking for at least 30 minutes. The mouthwash will be used twice daily (at baseline and after 12 hours). Throughout the 24-hour plaque re-growth period, participants will be instructed to avoid all mechanical oral hygiene measures, including toothbrushing, flossing, and the use of any additional plaque control products.
Receives: Drug: Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12 % Mouthwash
Placebo mouthwashPlacebo comparatorParticipants assigned to this arm will rinse with 10 mL of a placebo mouthwash for 30 seconds. After rinsing, participants will be instructed to refrain from eating or drinking for at least 30 minutes. The mouthwash will be used twice daily (at baseline and after 12 hours). During the 24-hour plaque re-growth period, participants will be instructed to avoid all mechanical oral hygiene measures, including toothbrushing, flossing, and the use of any additional oral hygiene products.
Receives: Drug: Placebo mouthwash

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Supragingival Plaque Accumulation Assessed by the Modified Quigley-Hein Plaque Index (MQHPI)

    Supragingival plaque accumulation will be assessed after 24 hours using the MQHPI. Plaque scores will be recorded for each participant and used to compare plaque accumulation between the different mouthwash interventions.

    Measured: 24 hours

Secondary outcomes (3)
  1. Percentage of Plaque-Covered Tooth Surface Assessed by Digital Plaque Image Analysis (DPIA)

    Plaque coverage will be assessed after 24 hours using the DPIA. Fluorescein-disclosed plaque images will be obtained, and the percentage of plaque-covered tooth surface will be calculated by dividing the number of pixels classified as plaque on teeth by the total number of pixels representing plaque and tooth surfaces, multiplied by 100. The resulting percentage values will be used for comparison between the different mouthwash interventions

    Measured: 24 hours

  2. Number of Participants With Oral Adverse Effects Related to Mouthwash Use

    The number of participants experiencing treatment-related oral adverse effects, including oral irritation, burning sensation, mucosal changes, or discomfort, will be assessed during and after each 24-hour intervention period based on clinical examination and participant report.

    Measured: 24 hours

  3. Participant-Reported Taste Acceptability of the Tested Mouthwashes

    Taste acceptability of each mouthwash will be assessed after each 24-hour intervention period using participant self-report.

    Measured: 24 hours

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted6 Feb 2026
  2. Study startMar 2026 (estimated)
  3. Primary completionApr 2026 (estimated)
  4. Study completionMay 2026 (estimated)

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase 3
Primary purpose
Prevention
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Crossover
Masking
Double blind
Who is masked
Participant, Investigator
Enrolment
20 participants (estimated)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT07393802
Sponsor's protocol ID
07731873348
Status last verified
Jan 2026
First submitted
22 Jan 2026
Last updated
6 Feb 2026
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No

Publications

  • Mohammed SA, Akram HM. Evaluating the Efficacy of Resveratrol-Containing Mouthwash as an Adjunct Treatment for Periodontitis: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Eur J Dent. 2025 May;19(2):354-365. doi: 10.1055/s-0044-1788686. Epub 2024 Sep 9.

    PubMed 39251207
  • Abed Taher NA, Mahmood AA, Hussein HM. Efficacy of a Mouthwash Containing Resveratrol in Reducing Halitosis-related P. gingivalis: A Randomized Triple-blind Trial. Oral Health Prev Dent. 2025 Dec 2;23:793-803. doi: 10.3290/j.ohpd.c_2373.

    PubMed 41328922

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A Phase 3 study testing Resveratrol-Based Mouthwash and Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12 % Mouthwash in people with Mouthwash and Chlorhexidine, run by University of Baghdad at 1 site in Iraq.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 6 inclusion and 7 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: opening soon, as of the sponsor's last update on 6 Feb 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in Iraq. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. Some participants in this study may receive a placebo. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

What does this phase mean?

Phase 3 studies compare the treatment with the current standard treatment or a placebo in a large group, to confirm how well it works and watch for side effects.

Not every study follows the same path, and some studies (observational studies, device studies) have no phase.

Are results available for this study?

This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

Contact Ahmed Hashim alyasari, master degree (07731873348 ext. +9640, ahmed.khudhair@uokerbala.edu.iq), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Supragingival Plaque Accumulation Assessed by the Modified Quigley-Hein Plaque Index (MQHPI) (time frame: 24 hours). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT07393802, which also lists 2 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 6 Feb 2026.

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