Tooth wear mystery: gum shape and brushing habits under the microscope
NCT ID NCT07629492
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study examined 180 adults to see if the shape of their gums and their oral habits (like brushing force or teeth grinding) are linked to non-carious cervical lesions — wear on teeth not caused by cavities. Participants filled out a questionnaire and had a dental exam. The goal was to better understand these relationships, not to test a treatment.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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180 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Feb 2026
- Finished
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May 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Adult patients attending the Faculties of Dentistry at Necmettin Erbakan University and Bilecik Seyh Edebali University for routine dental examination or periodontal evaluation will be recruited for this observational study. Participants will be selected from individuals presenting to the university dental clinics during the study period. The study population consists of community-based dental patients undergoing routine clinical periodontal assessment and questionnaire-based oral health evaluation.
- Ages
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18 to 65 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged between 18 and 65 years * Presence of the maxillary first premolar tooth in the oral cavity * Presence of at least 20 natural teeth * Periodontally stable individuals without generalized active periodontal destruction * Systemically healthy individuals or individuals with controlled systemic diseases * Individuals who voluntarily agree to participate and provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of extensive restoration, caries, endodontic treatment, cervical restoration, crown/bridge restoration, orthodontic brackets, or retainers on the maxillary first premolar tooth * Missing posterior teeth or edentulous posterior segments * Ongoing orthodontic treatment * Severe bruxism or use of occlusal splints/night guards * Gastroesophageal reflux disease or bulimia nervosa * Frequent acidic beverage consumption * Smoking ≥5 cigarettes per day * Pregnancy or lactation * Individuals unable to comply with the clinical examination procedures
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Bilecik Seyh Edebali University Faculty of Dentistry
Bilecik, Bilecik, 11100, Turkey (Türkiye)
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