The Effect of Stingless Bee Honey Mouthrinse on Dental Plaque Accumulation
Launched by UNIVERSITI SAINS ISLAM MALAYSIA · Jan 22, 2024
Trial Information
Current as of July 06, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Objectives:
i. To investigate the patients' plaque level after use of stingless bee honey mouthrinse in a clinical trial. ii. To investigate patients' acceptance to stingless bee honey mouthrinse. iii. To compare plaque level after use of stingless bee honey mouthrinse to chlorhexidine mouthrinse.
This is a randomised, double-blinded, placebo-controlled clinical study that will be conducted at the Faculty of Dentistry, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM). Application of ethical approval will be made to USIM's medical ethical committee of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Science.
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Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • 1. Medically healthy participants aged between 18-40
- • 2. Healthy gingiva or localised gingivitis with the highest Basic Periodontal Examination (BPE) score of 2
- • 3. Presence of at least 20 natural teeth
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • 1. Diabetes
- • 2. Physical and/or mental disabilities that may interfere with receiving mouthrinse instructions
- • 3. Orthodontic or prosthodontic appliances
- • 4. Undergoing antibiotic/antimicrobial therapy
- • 5. Current smoker
- • 6. Abnormal saliva secretion rate
- • 7. Pregnancy
- • 8. Allergy to honey or bee stings
About Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia
Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia (USIM) is a distinguished institution dedicated to advancing knowledge in the fields of Islamic studies and science. As a clinical trial sponsor, USIM integrates its commitment to research excellence with a focus on ethical practices and innovative methodologies. The university fosters collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to conduct rigorous clinical studies that address pressing health challenges, particularly within the context of Islamic principles and community needs. USIM's emphasis on education, research integrity, and community engagement positions it as a pivotal contributor to the advancement of medical science and public health in Malaysia and beyond.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Kuala Lumpur, Pandan Indah, Malaysia
Patients applied
Trial Officials
NUR AYMAN ABDUL HAYEI
Principal Investigator
FACULTY OF DENTISTRY, UNIVERSITI SAINS ISLAM MALAYSIA
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported