Smartphone AI could spot gum disease with a single photo

NCT ID NCT07689552

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

First seen Jul 08, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests an artificial intelligence system that measures the width of keratinized gingiva (a type of gum tissue) from smartphone photos. Researchers will compare the AI's measurements to those made by dental experts to see how accurate the tool is. The goal is to make gum disease diagnosis more consistent and less dependent on the examiner.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Artificial Intelligence-Based Keratinized Gingiva Width Assessment
What this could lead to: If successful, this AI tool could make gum disease diagnosis faster, more consistent, and accessible using just a smartphone photo.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study. The AI may not perform as well in real-world settings or on different populations, and it is not a treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

periodontal disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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PERIODONTAL DISEASES

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Locations

Faculty of Dental Medicine for Girls, Al-Azhar University

Cairo, Cairo Governorate, 11754, Egypt

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