7-Year checkup reveals Radiation's toll on teeth and jaw

NCT ID NCT05325970

First seen Feb 06, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This study follows 350 head and neck cancer survivors about 7 years after radiation therapy to see how their teeth, gums, and jawbone are doing. Researchers will check for cavities, gum disease, tooth loss, bone damage, and dry mouth. The goal is to understand long-term dental problems so doctors can better protect patients' teeth in the future.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02120, United States

  • New York University - College of Dentistry

    New York, New York, 10010, United States

  • University of Connecticut Health Center - School of Dental Medicine

    Farmington, Connecticut, 06030, United States

  • University of Minnesota

    Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55414, United States

  • University of North Carolina School of Dentistry

    Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27514, United States

  • University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104-6030, United States

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