Scientists explore how diabetes changes mouth germs after Weight-Loss surgery

NCT ID NCT05501093

First seen Mar 21, 2026 · Last updated May 19, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This study looked at how bariatric surgery changes the bacteria in the mouths of people with and without type 2 diabetes. Researchers collected blood, plaque, and other mouth samples from 102 adults before and after surgery. The goal was to understand how diabetes affects oral bacteria, which may impact oral health.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Temple University

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

  • University of Pennsylvania

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

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