Tiny mouth bugs linked to gum disease? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT07551115
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study checks how often two tiny parasites (Entamoeba gingivalis and Trichomonas tenax) are found in the mouths of people with and without gum disease. Researchers will collect spit and plaque samples from 120 adults and look at them under a microscope. The goal is to learn if these parasites are linked to worse gum health, which could help dentists in the future.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Bolu Abant Izzet Baysal University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Periodontology
RECRUITINGBolu, Gölköy, 14030, Turkey (Türkiye)
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