Artificial intelligence may spot gum disease from a simple photo

NCT ID NCT07727421

Ongoing Diagnosis Sponsor: Al-Azhar University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 28, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether an artificial intelligence model can accurately diagnose gingivitis — early gum disease — by analyzing digital photographs and X-rays. Researchers will compare the AI's assessments to those of dental experts. If it works, this approach could make gum disease screening faster and more accessible.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: an artificial intelligence diagnostic model that analyzes digital photographs and radiographs
What this could lead to: If successful, this could lead to a quick, automated way to diagnose gum disease without relying solely on expert clinical exams.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage diagnostic study, and the AI's accuracy may not match expert diagnosis in real-world settings. The model may also struggle with certain patient groups, such as those with extensive pigmentation.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

gingivitis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

GINGIVITIS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Faculty of dental medicine ,Al-Azhar unversity

Cairo, الجيزة, Egypt

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