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Tooth shape may predict gum disease risk, researchers say

NCT ID NCT07703189

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Recep Tayyip Erdogan University Training and Research Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 14, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether a rare tooth condition called taurodontism, where teeth have enlarged pulp chambers, is linked to gum disease. Researchers will review dental records and X-rays from healthy adults to compare gum health between those with and without taurodontism. The goal is to understand if this tooth shape is a risk factor for periodontal problems.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 128 people

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Started

Jul 2026

Expected to finish

Aug 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

The study population consists of systemically healthy adults aged 18-65 years who attended the Faculty of Dentistry at Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University between January 2019 and May 2026. Participants have diagnostic-quality panoramic radiographs, complete periodontal clinical records, and at least 20 natural teeth with no missing premolars or molars. Eligible participants are classified into taurodontism and control groups based on radiographic findings.

Ages

18 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: Adults aged 18 to 65 years. Systemically healthy individuals. Availability of a diagnostic-quality panoramic radiograph. Presence of at least 20 natural teeth. No missing premolar or molar teeth. Availability of complete periodontal clinical records, including probing depth (PD), clinical attachment level (CAL), bleeding on probing (BOP), plaque index (PI), and gingival index (GI). Exclusion Criteria: Poor-quality or nondiagnostic panoramic radiographs. Teeth with extensive caries or restorations that interfere with taurodontism assessment. Fractured teeth. Impacted teeth. Teeth with fused roots or an indistinguishable furcation area. Individuals with systemic diseases or conditions known to affect periodontal tissues. Incomplete clinical or radiographic records.

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Conditions

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taurodontism

As listed by the trial registrant

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Taurodontism

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University

    Merkez, Rize Province, 53020, Turkey (Türkiye)