PERIODONTAL DISEASES

This study tests whether an AI-powered mobile app can help older adults in Hong Kong improve their gum health. 88 adults aged 60+ from daycare centers will receive personalized oral hygiene instructions based on photos of their gums, analyzed by AI. Trained volunteers provide bi-…

This study tests whether a protein from camel milk, either in regular or nanoparticle form, can help regrow bone damaged by severe gum disease. About 44 adults with deep gum pockets and bone defects will receive one of these treatments during surgery. The goal is to see if the pr…

This study tests whether a probiotic (Lactobacillus reuteri) is as good as a standard mouthwash (chlorhexidine) at reducing harmful bacteria in people with both gum disease and type 2 diabetes. Twenty adults will use one of the treatments for 30 days, and researchers will measure…

This study looks at bacteria that enter the bloodstream during dental treatment for gum disease. Researchers want to find biological markers that could help detect sepsis earlier, which could save lives. About 100 adults with gum disease are taking part, and the goal is to improv…

This study observes 100 adults with cirrhosis to understand their dental health and any barriers to getting dental care. Participants receive a dental evaluation and cleaning, then are followed over time. The goal is to see how oral health relates to overall health in this group.

This study looks at how the Parkinson's drug Levodopa-Benserazide affects gum health and certain substances in saliva. Researchers compared four groups of people: those with and without Parkinson's, and those with and without gum disease. The goal is to understand if the medicati…

This study looks at 50 people with gum disease (25 smokers, 25 non-smokers) to see if a protein in saliva called histatin-1 is lower in smokers and affects healing after non-surgical gum treatment. Researchers measure gum health and protein levels before treatment and at one and …

This study follows 30 adults with periodontitis (a common gum disease) who have already had gum surgery. Researchers want to see how deep the gum pockets are in the short term and whether the teeth survive in the long term. They also check bone levels, bleeding, and cost-effectiv…