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Digital tracking reveals how gum therapy may restore chewing power

NCT ID NCT07772115

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 19, 2026 · Last updated Aug 20, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study investigates whether non-surgical periodontal therapy (deep cleaning) can improve bite force distribution and chewing patterns in people with advanced periodontitis (Stage III or IV). Participants will receive standard gum treatment and be assessed using digital tools that track how teeth meet and how the jaw moves during chewing. The goal is to see if treating gum disease leads to measurable improvements in oral function.

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Active substance
Non-surgical periodontal therapy (deep cleaning of teeth and gums)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide objective measures of how periodontal treatment improves chewing function, potentially guiding better dental treatment planning.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study (30 participants) and focuses on measuring changes rather than proving long-term benefits. Results may not apply to all patients with periodontitis.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 30 people

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Expected to start

Oct 2026

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Expected to finish

Feb 2028

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 70 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Adults aged 18-70 years. 2. Diagnosis of Stage III or Stage IV periodontitis (Grade A, B, or C) according to the 2018 World Workshop Classification. 3. Presence of at least 20 natural teeth, including posterior occlusal support. 4. No periodontal treatment within the preceding 12 months. 5. Willing and able to attend all scheduled follow-up appointments Exclusion Criteria: 1. Systemic conditions known to impair periodontal healing, including: * Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus (HbA1c \>7%) * Immunosuppressive therapy * Bisphosphonate therapy 2. Removable prostheses replacing multiple posterior teeth. 3. Pregnancy or breastfeeding. 4. Current occlusal splint wearers. 5. Planned dental treatment other than periodontal therapy during the study period. 6. Heavy smokers (\>20 cigarettes/day). 7. Stage I or Stage II periodontitis, gingivitis, or a healthy periodontium. 8. Severe manual dexterity impairment preventing adequate oral hygiene. 9. Currently undergoing periodontal treatment.

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Conditions

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periodontitis

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Periodontitis

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