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Mouth mucosa disorder
MONDO:0044992A disease or disorder that involves the mouth mucosa.
Also known as: disease of mouth mucosa, disease or disorder of mouth mucosa, disorder of mouth mucosa, disorder of oral mucous membrane, mouth mucosa disease or disorder, oral mucous membrane disease
372 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Could a blood clot and a skin filler fix receding gums?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether adding hyaluronic acid to a platelet-rich fibrin membrane improves the treatment of receding gums. Thirty adults with a specific type of gum recession will receive either the PRF membrane alone or with hyaluronic acid, alongside a surgical flap procedure.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gulf Medical University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Vitamin a derivative patch could reverse oral precancer
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests a sticky patch that releases fenretinide, a vitamin A derivative, directly onto precancerous spots inside the mouth. The goal is to see if the patch can shrink these lesions, reduce their severity under the microscope, and lower genetic changes linked to oral can…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can a vitamin d gel or light therapy stop precancerous mouth lesions?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a vitamin D-based gel (calcipotriol) or a light-activated treatment (photodynamic therapy) can shrink or eliminate oral leukoplakia, a precancerous condition. Thirty adults with mild to moderate dysplasia will receive one of the two treatments for four we…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alexandria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Could a sweetener stop deadly infections in transplant kids?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a special wipe containing xylitol, a natural sweetener, can reduce dangerous bloodstream infections in children and young adults undergoing stem cell transplants. These infections often start from bacteria in the mouth and can be life-threatening. Partici…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Cancer drug injected directly into precancerous mouth spots shows promise in early trial
Disease control OngoingThis early-phase trial tests whether injecting the cancer drug nivolumab directly into high-risk precancerous mouth lesions is safe and can shrink them. The study involves 18 adults with untreated oral lesions. The goal is to see if this local approach can reduce the risk of thes…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Zirconia vs steel: which crown keeps Kids' gums healthier?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study compares two types of dental crowns for baby molars in 100 children aged 3-7. Each child gets a zirconia crown on one molar and a stainless steel crown on the opposite molar. Researchers will check gum health, plaque buildup, and parent satisfaction over 3 years to see…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Murad Alrashidi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Could your own blood help heal receding gums?
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether adding a healing material made from the patient's own blood (Advanced Platelet-Rich Fibrin, or A-PRF) to standard gum surgery helps cover exposed tooth roots better than surgery alone. Eleven adults with gum recession will receive either the combined trea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Medicine and Pharmacy at Ho Chi Minh City • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New toothpaste formula takes on plaque and gingivitis in Head-to-Head trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a toothpaste with stannous fluoride works better than regular fluoride toothpaste at reducing dental plaque and gum inflammation (gingivitis). About 85 adults with mild to moderate gum disease will brush twice daily for 6 months. Dentists will measure pla…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Colgate Palmolive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New heart failure drug JK07 enters Mid-Stage trial
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests JK07, a lab-made protein designed to help heart cells repair and pump better. About 282 adults with chronic heart failure will receive either JK07 or a placebo. The study looks at safety and whether JK07 can improve heart function in two groups: those wit…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Salubris Biotherapeutics Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Heart failure drug study pulled before it even started
Disease control TerminatedThis study was designed to test the safety and tolerability of a new drug called JK07 in people with heart failure and a specific type of high blood pressure in the lungs. It planned to enroll about 20 to 30 adults aged 18 to 85. However, the study was withdrawn before any partic…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Salubris Biotherapeutics Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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AI and volunteers team up to fight gum disease in seniors
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether personalized oral hygiene advice, delivered through an AI-powered mobile health app by trained volunteers, can improve gum health in older adults. Eighty-eight participants aged 60 and over from daycare centers in Hong Kong will receive bi-weekly advice b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Gum surgery showdown: which technique works best?
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to compare two surgical techniques for covering exposed tooth roots caused by gum recession, using a porcine (pig) collagen matrix as a graft material. The trial planned to enroll 20 non-smoking adults with multiple gum recessions. However, the study was withdraw…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Sao Paulo • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Gum graft showdown: scalpel vs radiofrequency – which works better?
Disease control OngoingThis study tested two methods for preparing gum grafts to treat receding gums. One method uses a scalpel outside the mouth, the other uses a radiofrequency device inside the mouth. Forty-eight patients received one of these grafts along with a surgical gum lift. Researchers check…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dokuz Eylul University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New pinhole gum surgery could reduce pain and improve smiles
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a modified pinhole surgical technique for treating localized gum recession. It compares using a bi-layer collagen membrane versus a connective tissue graft to cover exposed tooth roots. The trial involves 18 healthy adults with gum recession and will measure chan…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ain Shams University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Could chewing gum during pregnancy protect Babies' brains?
Disease control OngoingThis study in Malawi tests whether chewing xylitol gum three times a day during pregnancy can improve gum health and change the bacteria in the mouth and vagina. Researchers will also check if it reduces pregnancy complications and affects babies' brain development. 80 pregnant w…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New gum surgery technique tested for better root coverage and less pain
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two different incision methods for gum graft surgery to treat receding gums. Twenty-two adults with gum recession and thin gum tissue will receive a graft made from donated skin. The goal is to see which method covers more exposed tooth root and causes less pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Dental crown shape may save your gums and bone
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at how the part of a dental crown that sits under the gums is shaped and whether that shape helps keep gums and bone healthy. Thirty people with gum disease who already have a dental implant will get a custom crown. Researchers will measure bone loss, gum thickne…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Talking teens into brushing: new study uses chat to fight gum disease
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether motivational interviewing, a supportive counseling method, can help teenagers aged 14-19 with braces improve their oral hygiene. Participants receive short, non-judgmental conversations to set their own goals for brushing and flossing. The goal is to redu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Can a gel boost gum grafts? new study tests hyaluronic acid for receding gums
Disease control OngoingThis study looks at whether adding hyaluronic acid (a natural gel) to standard gum graft surgery helps cover exposed tooth roots better and improves healing. Forty adults with receding gums will be randomly assigned to get the graft alone or with the gel. The main goal is to meas…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Microneedling boosts gum thickness around implants in new trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether microneedling, with or without a growth factor injection, can thicken the gum tissue around dental implants. Twenty people with thin gums will receive either the growth factor alone or microneedling plus the growth factor. The goal is to see if this simpl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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New gum graft material tested for better healing
Disease control OngoingThis study tests two types of donated human tissue grafts for treating gum recession. Twenty adults who need a gum graft will receive either a standard graft or a new micro-surfaced version. Researchers will compare how well the gum covers the tooth root, how the site heals, and …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Gum surgery trial cancelled before it began
Disease control TerminatedThis study aimed to compare different surgical techniques for treating receding gums, including a flap procedure and a tunnel approach, with or without a platelet concentrate. It was designed for 100 adults with multiple gum recessions. However, the trial was withdrawn before enr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern California • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Gum recession showdown: which surgery wins for lower teeth?
Disease control OngoingThis study tested two surgical techniques to fix receding gums on the lower front teeth. 26 adults with gum recession received either a modified laterally stretched technique or a tunneling method with a connective tissue graft. The goal was to see which approach better covers ex…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Pig-Derived dental membrane under study for gum repair
Disease control OngoingThis study is checking how safe and effective a new membrane made from pig tissue is for dental surgery. It involves 50 adults who need gum tissue regeneration around teeth or implants. Researchers will monitor for complications and measure gum thickness and width over 24 months.
Sponsor: Meccellis Biotech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Can a special toothpaste stop bleeding gums? new trial aims to find out
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether brushing with stannous fluoride toothpaste twice a day for three months reduces gum bleeding and inflammation better than a standard fluoride toothpaste. 120 adults with mild to moderate gingivitis will be randomly assigned to one of three toothpastes. Th…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Procter and Gamble • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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AI could spot gum disease faster than your dentist
Diagnosis OngoingThis study is testing whether artificial intelligence (AI) can accurately diagnose periodontitis (severe gum disease) and monitor gum inflammation using dental records and X-rays. Researchers will develop and validate AI models using data from 900 patients across multiple hospita…
Sponsor: Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Glow-in-the-Dark mouth scans could catch cancer early
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests whether special lights and cameras can help find early signs of mouth cancer in people at high risk. About 338 participants with precancerous spots or conditions like Fanconi anemia will have their mouths examined with fluorescence imaging, which makes abnormal c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: M.D. Anderson Cancer Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Could a common diabetes drug stop oral cancer before it starts?
Prevention OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether metformin, a widely used diabetes drug, can prevent oral cancer in 26 people with precancerous mouth lesions (leukoplakia or erythroplakia). Participants take metformin by mouth, and researchers check if the lesions shrink or disappear. The goal i…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Cancer Institute (NCI) • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a diabetes drug stop oral cancer before it starts?
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether metformin, a common diabetes drug, can prevent oral cancer in people with precancerous white or red patches in the mouth. About 34 participants will receive either metformin or a placebo for several months. Researchers will check if the patches shrink or …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Arizona • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Mouthwash may prevent agonizing side effect of stem cell transplants
Prevention OngoingThis study tests whether a special mouthwash containing N-acetylcysteine can prevent painful mouth sores (oral mucositis) in patients receiving a stem cell transplant. These sores are a common and serious side effect that can cause severe pain and longer hospital stays. The trial…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tehran University of Medical Sciences • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Light therapy may stop painful mouth sores in transplant patients
Prevention OngoingThis study tests if shining a special light inside the mouth, outside the cheek, or both can prevent severe mouth sores in people getting a stem cell transplant. About 78 patients will receive daily light therapy during their transplant stay. The goal is to find the best way to r…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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New drug aims to spare cancer patients from debilitating mouth sores
Symptom relief OngoingThis phase 2 trial tests whether the drug RRx-001 can prevent severe oral mucositis (painful mouth sores) in 216 patients with head and neck cancer receiving standard chemoradiation. Patients are randomly assigned to receive RRx-001 or a placebo alongside their usual treatment. T…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: EpicentRx, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New stitch showdown: which suture best hides receding gums?
Symptom relief OngoingThis small pilot study tests two different stitching techniques during gum surgery to cover exposed tooth roots caused by gum recession. Seven healthy adults with multiple areas of gum recession will receive both techniques in different parts of their mouth. The goal is to see wh…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: King Abdullah University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Small needle, big relief: new gum numbing technique tested
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests a numbing method called intraseptal anesthesia for gum surgery. Sixty adults with gum disease will receive a small amount of articaine to see if it effectively blocks pain during the procedure. The goal is to find a less painful alternative to standard numbing te…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Belgrade • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Amazonian tree oil may soothe radiation mouth sores in cancer patients
Symptom relief OngoingThis early-phase study tests whether a mouthwash made from copaiba, a natural oil from the Amazon, can safely help prevent and treat painful mouth sores caused by radiation therapy in 20 adults with head and neck cancer. Researchers will find the highest safe dose and measure pai…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Instituto Nacional de Cancer, Brazil • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Ancient remedy meets modern science: frankincense mouthwash tested for gingivitis
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a mouthwash made from frankincense and coconut oil can help treat mild to moderate gingivitis (gum inflammation). Researchers will compare it to a standard commercial mouthwash in 90 adults over 21 days. The goal is to see if the natural blend reduces pla…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Oman Dental College • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Which toothbrush tool wins for gum health? study reveals top contenders
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tested how well different home oral hygiene devices (like interdental brushes and picks) reduce plaque and gum bleeding in 40 adults with gingivitis. Participants used the tools at home and were checked monthly. The goal was to see which device works best for everyday …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Roma La Sapienza • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Natural mouthwash aimed to soothe radiation mouth sores, but study never started
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study planned to test a mouthwash made from copaíba oil, a natural resin, to prevent and treat painful mouth sores (oral mucositis) in people with oral cancer undergoing radiation. The trial was set to include 40 patients, half using the copaíba mouthwash and half a placebo,…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Instituto Nacional de Cancer, Brazil • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Seaweed spray could soothe radiation mouth pain
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a spray made from spirulina (a type of algae) can prevent or reduce severe mouth sores in people receiving radiation for head and neck cancer. About 70 patients will use either the spirulina spray or a placebo spray during their radiotherapy. The goal is …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Pregnancy gum woes? study tests best toothbrush for you
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether sonic electric toothbrushes or manual toothbrushes are better at reducing gum inflammation in pregnant women. Gum problems are common during pregnancy due to hormone changes. The trial will follow 120 pregnant women aged 18-40 to see which toothbrush t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Claude Bernard University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New nano varnish and laser combo could soothe sensitive teeth
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a special nano calcium fluoride varnish, a diode laser, or both together can reduce tooth sensitivity. Thirty adults with sensitive teeth will receive one of the treatments and rate their pain on a scale. The goal is to see which approach provides the bes…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Faculty of Dental Medicine for Girls • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Light therapy eases mouth sores and skin burns in 33,000 cancer patients
Symptom relief OngoingThis real-world study follows 33,000 cancer patients in France using the CareMin650™ device, which shines light on mouth sores and skin burns caused by chemotherapy or radiation. The goal is to see if this light therapy reduces the severity of these painful side effects. Research…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier de Valenciennes • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Could a common herpes drug ease cancer treatment's painful mouth sores?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether the antiviral drug valacyclovir can prevent or reduce painful mouth sores (oral mucositis) in adults receiving radiotherapy for head and neck cancer. Researchers will give either valacyclovir or a placebo to 84 participants during their radiation treatmen…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Instituto Oncoclinicas • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Practice makes perfect: simulated stoma training boosts patient confidence
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study looks at whether a hands-on, simulation-based training program helps people with a new stoma feel more confident and capable in caring for it. About 70 adults who have a stoma for the first time will either receive standard education or the simulation-based training. R…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nuran Ayşen Pamir Aksoy • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Gum surgery recovery boosted by gel and laser combo, new study finds
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether applying a hyaluronic acid gel (Gingigel) and using a special light therapy (photobiomodulation) can help gums heal better and with less pain after a common gum surgery called gingivectomy. About 38 adults with enlarged gums will be split into three gr…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Beirut Arab University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Does your Aligner's edge matter? new study tests gum health
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at two different ways clear aligners are trimmed—one that sits on the gums and one that stops at the gum line—to see which leads to less plaque and healthier gums. Twenty adults with mild to moderate crowding will wear both designs at the same time (one on top, o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: George Emil Palade University of Medicine, Pharmacy, Sciences and Technology of Targu Mures • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New home care plan aims to keep stoma patients out of the hospital
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at whether a special home care program helps people with a new stoma (a surgical opening on the belly) recover better after colorectal cancer surgery. About 98 adults who had a stoma created will get extra support and teaching to manage their stoma at home. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bahçeşehir University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Smoking's hidden toll on gum health revealed
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how smoking changes the body's immune response in gum disease. Researchers compared smokers and non-smokers with healthy gums, gingivitis, or periodontitis. They measured specific proteins and genes in gum tissue to understand the link between smoking and infl…
Sponsor: Suleyman Demirel University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Braces and bacteria: new study looks at how orthodontic appliances change mouth microbes
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at how metal and ceramic braces change the bacteria in dental plaque (biofilm) and affect gum health in 80 people with crooked teeth. Researchers will measure the types and amounts of bacteria, plaque buildup, and gum swelling. The goal is to understand how diffe…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of Rijeka • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Which gum surgery tool heals best? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests four different methods for removing the surface layer of gum tissue during dental grafting surgery. The methods include a surgical blade, a special drill (mucotome), a diamond bur, and a laser. Researchers will measure how much tissue remains, how long the proced…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Can AR make nurses better at mouth sore care?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether using augmented reality (AR) can improve how nurses learn to care for oral mucositis, a painful mouth condition caused by cancer treatments. About 110 nurses from a hospital in Taiwan will take part. Researchers will measure their knowledge, skills, an…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mackay Memorial Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Can strawberry gummies fight gum disease and oral cancer?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis early-phase study tests whether strawberry gummies can improve oral health in 36 adults, including smokers and non-smokers. Participants eat two types of gummies (real strawberry or placebo) four times daily for a week. Researchers measure how the body absorbs strawberry com…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC