Effect of two Iranian toothpastes (Nasim & Pooneh) with and FDA - approved toothpaste (crest regular) to reduce gingivitis and plaque

Gingivitis is the most common form of periodontal diseases. Toothbrushing is one of the most important ways to control this disease. The aim of this study was to compare the effects of two Iranian toothpastes with an FDA – approved toothpaste (Crest Regular) to reduce gingivitis and plaque. Methods & Materials: Study was designed as a randomized controlled double-blind clinical trial. Three toothpastes (Pooneh and Nassim (Goltash Co.) and Crest Regular) were prepared as the uniform tubes and divided between 3 groups. Each group contained 20 dental students with mild gingivitis which used an Oral B 35 toothbrush. Gingival index (GI) plaque index (PI) bleeding index (BI) and pocket depth (PD) were evaluated before study, and 3, and 30 days after study. Data were analyzed with SPSS software. Bleeding index and plaque index was decreased in all groups during the study period (P < 0.001). There was no statistically significant difference among groups at any time. Also, gingival index showed significant decrease in any time in all groups compared to the first evaluation, but at the day 30, GI was higher in Nassim group than Pooneh group (P<0.005). Pocket depth showed significant decrease during the study period in all groups (P<0.001). All toothpastes had a good effect on plaque control and gingivitis.