Parkinson's drug may change gum disease risk, study finds

NCT ID NCT07405268

First seen Feb 13, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study looks at how the Parkinson's drug Levodopa-Benserazide affects gum health and certain substances in saliva. Researchers compared four groups of people: those with and without Parkinson's, and those with and without gum disease. The goal is to understand if the medication influences gum inflammation and overall oral health.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Sağlık Bilimleri Üniversitesi Gülhane Diş Hekimliği Fakültesi

    Ankara, 06010, Turkey (Türkiye)

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