AI and spit tests could spot gum disease without the Dentist's probe

NCT ID NCT07406867

First seen Feb 14, 2026 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study aims to see if simpler, less invasive methods like taking mouth photos, answering a questionnaire, or testing saliva can accurately detect gum disease (gingivitis and periodontitis). Researchers will compare these methods to the standard full-mouth dental exam in 2,000 adults across five centers. If successful, these tools could make screening for gum disease faster, easier, and more accessible.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Sciences, Policlinico Umberto I, affiliated to Sapienza University

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Roma, Roma, 06100, Italy

    Contact Email: •••••@•••••

  • Department of Periodontology, Guy's Hospital affiliated to King's College London

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    London, United Kingdom

    Contact Email: •••••@•••••

  • Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine

    RECRUITING

    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200000, China

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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