University Of Bern

This study looks at how well ceramic (zirconia) dental implants work for replacing a single missing tooth. Fourteen people with one missing tooth received a ceramic implant and later a ceramic crown. The main goal is to see how many implants are still working over time.

This study looks at the best time to put a temporary crown on a dental implant after a lower back tooth is pulled. About 100 adults who need a single implant will get either a crown right after surgery or wait 4 weeks. The goal is to see which approach leads to a healthier, longe…

This study was designed to see if a fiber-enriched chewing gum could help healthy adults manage their weight. It planned to enroll people aged 18 to 65 with a BMI between 23 and 40. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no results are availabl…

This study compares the health and social effects of buying regulated cannabis from Swiss pharmacies versus buying it on the illegal market. About 1,177 regular cannabis users are randomly assigned to either group and followed for 6 months. The goal is to see if pharmacy access e…

This study compares two dental implant methods to stabilize lower dentures in elderly patients who are unhappy with their current dentures. One group gets four small implants with a special attachment, while the other gets two standard implants. The goal is to see which approach …

This study is testing a flexible version of a brief therapy called ASSIP for people who have recently attempted suicide. The therapy is delivered in the person's own environment to help those who might not attend traditional clinic sessions. Researchers will follow 119 participan…

This study looks at whether giving school children in Uganda toothbrushes, toothpaste, and lessons on brushing can prevent cavities and other mouth problems. About 610 children aged 5 to 17 will take part. Some will get the cleaning tools and follow-up, while others will not, so …

This study aimed to see if chewing gum with xylitol (a natural sweetener) could prevent cavities in children aged 5 to 14 living in Ladakh, India. Children would have chewed xylitol gum three times a day for one school year. The study was withdrawn before any participants were en…

This study looks at whether older adults with mild memory problems or early Alzheimer's can use a tablet-based brain-training app at home. Researchers will check if the app is easy to use and acceptable over two weeks. The goal is to see if remote cognitive training is practical,…

This study follows up with people who got dental implants with a sinus lift procedure 20 to 25 years ago. Researchers will check how much bone has stayed around the implants and ask about patients' satisfaction. About 40 participants will have a one-hour exam, including X-rays an…

This study is watching how infections like COVID-19 spread among people and between people and their pets in the Canton of Bern. Researchers want to learn what social and environmental factors make it easier for diseases to spread. Over 2,100 people are taking part by answering s…

This pilot study explores whether general practitioners (GPs) and pharmacists can work together to review medications for older adults (65+) who take at least five regular drugs and have three or more chronic conditions. The goal is to see if this team-based approach is practical…

This study looks at three ways to place a dental implant after losing a front tooth: right away, after 1-4 months, or after more than 4 months. Researchers want to see which approach is most cost-effective while still being successful. About 160 adults who need a single front too…

This study gathers medical information from 3400 people with primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD), a rare disease that affects the lungs and other organs. Researchers will analyze past and new data on symptoms, lung function, and test results to better understand the disease and how …