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NCT ID NCT07818226

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Kırıkkale University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 14, 2026 · Last updated Sep 15, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

Researchers at Kırıkkale University are studying how GLP-1 receptor agonists, drugs prescribed for type 2 diabetes and obesity, affect saliva and oral health. Fifty adults aged 18 to 65 who are newly prescribed these drugs provide saliva samples and undergo dental exams at the start, at three months, and at six months. The team measures saliva flow, acidity, protective proteins, plaque, and cavities to see whether the medication changes conditions in the mouth.

What this could mean

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Active substance
GLP-1 receptor agonists, a class of drugs prescribed for type 2 diabetes and obesity
What this could lead to
If the drugs change saliva or oral bacteria, this could help doctors watch for and prevent dry mouth and tooth decay in people taking them.
What could go wrong
The study follows only 50 people for six months and does not compare them to a control group, so any changes in saliva or oral health may reflect diet, blood sugar, or other factors rather than the drug itself.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 50 people

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Expected to start

Oct 2026

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Expected to finish

Dec 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Patients admitted to the clinic who are diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and/or obesity and are newly scheduled to initiate treatment with GLP-1 receptor agonists.

Ages

18 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and/or Obesity. * Newly prescribed a GLP-1 receptor agonist and naive to GLP-1 receptor agonist therapy. * Aged 18 to 65 years * Willing to provide saliva samples and complete study questionnaires. Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of Sjögren's syndrome or known salivary gland disease. * History of radiation therapy to the head and neck region. * Use of antibiotic or antifungal medications within the last 3 months. * Pregnancy, lactation, or active orthodontic treatment. * Presence of other severe systemic diseases or use of medications that affect salivary flow.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dental caries Obesity obesity disorder Overweight type 2 diabetes mellitus Xerostomia

As listed by the trial registrant

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Dental caries Obesity / overweight Type 2 diabetes Xerostomia

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kirikkale University Faculty of Dentistry

    Kirikkale, Yahsihan, 71450, Turkey (Türkiye)

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