A Controlled Clinical Study to Determine the Gingivitis Benefit of Flossing

A Controlled Clinical Study to Determine the Gingivitis Benefit of Flossing

This is a randomized, controlled, examiner-blind, parallel group, four week clinical study comparing brushing plus flossing to brushing alone in 60 healthy adults with pre-existing gingivitis.

Inclusion Criteria:

In order to be included in the study, each subject must:

• be at least 18 years of age;
• be physically able to floss their teeth;
• have a minimum of 18 natural teeth (teeth that are grossly carious, fully crowned, or extensively restored will not be included);
• have refrained from performing oral hygiene the morning of the Baseline visit;
• be in good general health;
• have interproximal MGI (Modified Gingival Index) score of >2.8.

Exclusion Criteria:

Subjects are excluded from study participation where there is evidence of:

• severe periodontal disease;
• discoloration or pigmentation in the gingival tissue;
• meaningful misalignment of front teeth;
• fixed facial orthodontic appliances;
• use of antibiotics within two weeks of the Baseline Visit and at any time during the study;
• any diseases or conditions that could be expected to interfere with the subject safely completing the study.