Could a simple questionnaire detect gum disease without a dental exam?

NCT ID NCT07461753

Not yet recruiting Diagnosis Sponsor: Azienda Unità Sanitaria Locale (A.U.S.L.) Ferrara, Italy Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study aims to validate an Italian version of a widely used questionnaire for screening periodontitis (gum disease). Researchers will also develop an enhanced version with additional questions and test how accurately it identifies people with the condition. About 495 adults across 10 Italian dental clinics will participate, answering questions and receiving a standard dental exam to compare results.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a simple, non-invasive screening tool to identify periodontitis early, potentially improving dental health outcomes.
What could go wrong: This is an observational validation study, not a treatment trial. The questionnaire may not be accurate enough in real-world settings, and results may not apply outside Italy.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

allergic disease disease periodontal disorder periodontitis

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PERIODONTAL DISEASES PERIODONTITIS

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