This study is looking at how adding Arestin (minocycline microspheres), a local antibiotic, to a common dental cleaning procedure called Scaling and Root Planing (SRP) affects people with type 2 diabetes and gum disease (periodontitis). Researchers want to see if this combination treatment helps close gum pockets, improves blood sugar control, and reduces overall body inflammation. You might be able to join if you are an adult (18 or older) with type 2 diabetes (HbA1c between 7.0% and 9.5%) and moderate to severe periodontitis. You also need at least 16 teeth and no recent gum treatment. The study aims to enroll 42 participants, but its current status is unclear.

Study design

This study is interventional and plans to enroll 42 participants. It compares two treatments: Scaling and Root Planing (SRP) alone versus SRP with the addition of Arestin.

What's involved

You would receive either Scaling and Root Planing (SRP) alone or SRP with Arestin. Your gum pocket closure will be measured at the start, after 3 months, and after 6 months.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Participants will be followed for 6 months after treatment, with measurements taken at 3 and 6 months.

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