Tuğba Şahi̇n
Clinical trials sponsored by Tuğba Şahi̇n, explained in plain language.
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Can a smartphone app replace the Dentist's probe for gum disease?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a mobile app (Peribrain) could classify gum disease (periodontitis) as accurately as traditional methods. 122 patients with gum disease were assessed using the app, a student, and a clinician. The goal was to see if the app could simplify and speed up di…
Sponsor: Tuğba ŞAHİN • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 10, 2026 13:29 UTC
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Coffee drinkers: your morning cup may impact your gums!
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study examined 318 adults to see if coffee drinking habits are linked to gum health. Participants were grouped by gum condition (healthy, gingivitis, or periodontitis) and asked about their coffee intake. Researchers measured plaque, bleeding, and gum pocket depth to find an…
Sponsor: Tuğba ŞAHİN • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:53 UTC
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Gum health around implants: what matters?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 272 dental implants in 165 adults to understand what affects gum health around implants. Researchers measured things like plaque, bleeding, and gum thickness. They compared implants with healthy gums to those with early-stage gum inflammation (peri-implant mu…
Sponsor: Tuğba ŞAHİN • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:52 UTC
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Smoking wreaks havoc on gums, new study confirms
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how smoking impacts gum health in 484 adults. Half were current smokers, half were non-smokers. Researchers measured plaque, gum bleeding, pocket depth, and gum disease severity. The goal was to understand the link between smoking habits and periodontal disea…
Sponsor: Tuğba ŞAHİN • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 08, 2026 13:17 UTC