Gritty mind, healthier gums? new study to test if resilience shields teeth grinders from Stress-Related gum disease

NCT ID NCT07615140

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether psychological resilience — the ability to bounce back from stress — can reduce the harmful effects of stress on gums in people who grind their teeth (bruxers). Researchers will measure stress and resilience using questionnaires and check gum health in 75 adults aged 30-50 with gum disease. The goal is to see if resilience might be a protective factor, which could lead to more holistic dental care that includes mental well-being.

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 this study finds that resilience helps protect gums from stress, it could lead to adding mental health support to standard dental care for bruxers.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early observational study, not a treatment trial. It can only show links, not cause and effect, and results may not apply to everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

bruxism periodontitis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Post Graduate Institute of Dental Sciences

    Rohtak, Haryana, India

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