Scientists dig into mouth bacteria to unlock gum disease secrets

NCT ID NCT01568697

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 33 times

Summary

This study looks at how problems with the immune system can lead to gum disease and other mouth issues. Researchers will collect samples like saliva, plaque, and blood from people with genetic immune defects, healthy people with gum disease, and healthy people without gum disease. The goal is to understand how different bacteria and immune responses affect oral health.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    RECRUITING

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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