Saliva test could spot gum disease early

NCT ID NCT06558136

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 33 times

Summary

This study looked at whether certain proteins in saliva (IL-6, IL-8, and LIGHT) can help tell the difference between healthy gums, gingivitis, and periodontitis. Researchers measured these proteins in 60 non-smoking adults with no other health conditions. The goal was to see if these proteins could be used as a simple, non-invasive diagnostic tool for gum disease.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Izmir Katip Çelebi University Department of Periodontology

    Izmir, İzmir, 35640, Turkey (Türkiye)

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