Efficacy of an Antibacterial Toothpaste and Patients' Satisfaction

The primary objective of this randomized controlled clinical trial (RCCT) will be to compare the efficacy in reducing the quantity of Streptococcus mutans (S. Mutans) in saliva of a recently introduced toothpaste compared to a commercially available toothpaste. The secondary outcomes will be to assess patients' impression of the toothpastes (in terms of taste, satisfaction etc.), and to investigate potential changes in dentin hypersensitivity, plaque formation and gingival inflammation.