Dentistry & oral health
Mouth & dental clinical trials
Conditions of the teeth, gums, mouth, and jaw. We’re tracking 2,058 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable1,634
- Phase 2148
- Phase 183
- Phase 382
- Phase 459
- Phase 1/Phase 236
- Phase 2/Phase 316
Top conditions
- Periodontitis108
- Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma80
- Periodontal Diseases57
- Dental Caries49
- Gingivitis35
- Oral Cancer35
- Head and Neck Cancer34
- Dental Implant30
- Sjogren's Syndrome29
- Gingival Recession27
- Periodontal Disease27
- Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma (NPC)24
- Alveolar Bone Loss23
- Peri-Implantitis23
- Tooth Loss22
- Oropharynx Cancer21
- Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD)21
- Trigeminal Neuralgia21
Leading sponsors
- Cairo University91
- Sun Yat-sen University53
- Ain Shams University30
- Mansoura University30
- Postgraduate Institute of Dental Sciences Rohtak24
- Al-Azhar University23
- Tanta University23
- University of Baghdad19
- Universidad Complutense de Madrid18
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris14
Where studies are running
- California40
- Texas27
- Massachusetts22
- Ohio22
- Pennsylvania22
- New York20
- Maryland19
- Florida18
- Alabama16
- Michigan15
Recruiting studies2,058 total
- NCT04425265Recruiting
Low-temperature plasma treatment vs high-frequency cautery for recurring cancer
This trial compares two ways of surgically treating localized, recurrent nasopharyngeal cancer: a low-temperature plasma radiofrequency method versus a standard high-frequency cautery method. You might be eligible if your recurrence is limited and can be surgically removed, and you are within the allowed health and age ranges.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT04436965RecruitingPhase 3
Standard nutrition support for malnourished nasopharyngeal cancer patients
This Phase 3 study tests whether giving a standard nutrition plan can improve nutritional status and outcomes in people with locally advanced nasopharyngeal cancer who are malnourished. It mainly checks whether nutrition support helps you tolerate treatment and do better over time.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–65 - NCT04437329RecruitingPhase 3
Nedaplatin vs cisplatin for nasopharyngeal cancer
This trial compares two chemotherapy drugs—nedaplatin versus cisplatin—in people newly diagnosed with a specific type of nasopharyngeal cancer. The goal is to see which drug works better and/or has a safer side-effect profile when given as part of standard treatment.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–65 - NCT04444869RecruitingPhase 2
Lower-dose radiation with chemotherapy for low-risk HPV throat cancer
This trial tests whether a less intense (lower-dose) radiation plan, combined with chemotherapy, can control HPV-positive oropharyngeal (throat) cancer with fewer side effects. It targets people considered “low-risk” based on tumor size and lymph node involvement.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT04448522RecruitingPhase 3
Lower-dose radiotherapy for EBV-responsive nasopharyngeal cancer
This Phase 3 study tests whether giving a reduced amount of radiotherapy can work as well as the standard dose for certain people with stage II–III nasopharyngeal cancer who respond well after initial chemotherapy. It’s designed for patients whose cancer markers improve after 3 chemotherapy cycles, to potentially reduce treatment side effects while keeping cancer control.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT04452162Recruiting
MRI study for salivary gland tumors
This trial uses special MRI scans to learn how salivary gland tumors work in the body. It may help improve diagnosis and how tumors are evaluated without needing treatment yet.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04453826RecruitingPhase 3
Test PD-1 plus chemo-radiation for high-risk nasopharyngeal cancer
This Phase 3 trial tests whether adding a PD-1 immunotherapy (given with chemotherapy and radiation, and also after) can improve outcomes for people with high-risk nasopharyngeal cancer. It may help by strengthening the immune system’s attack on the cancer alongside standard treatment.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT04453813RecruitingPhase 3
Immunotherapy with chemoradiation for recurring nasopharyngeal cancer
This phase 3 trial tests whether adding toripalimab (an immunotherapy medicine) to standard chemo-radiation works better for treating nasopharyngeal cancer that has come back and cannot be removed by surgery. It aims to improve control of the cancer after it returns.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT04471493Recruiting
Study of children’s common infections in a clinic program
This trial is for children under 16 who have one of several common infections seen in outpatient or clinic visits. It aims to better study and manage these illnesses using a specific clinical documentation software.
CréteilAges 1 day–16 years - NCT04498221Recruiting
Mapping lymph flow in oropharyngeal cancer with scans
This study uses a special dye or tracer to map how lymph fluid travels from an oropharyngeal (throat) cancer to nearby lymph nodes. It may help doctors understand the most likely spread pattern and plan future treatment more accurately.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT04527705Recruiting
Testing endodontic retreatment in one versus two visits
This study compares doing tooth root-canal retreatment in one visit versus two visits. It’s meant to see which approach leads to better outcomes for teeth with infection at the root tip (apical periodontitis).
Sant Cugat del Vallès, BarcelonaAges 18–75 - NCT04528082RecruitingPhase 3
Apremilast for children with frequent mouth ulcers from Behçet’s disease
This study tests apremilast to help reduce active, recurring mouth (oral) ulcers in children with Behçet’s disease. It may help if your child has had repeated mouth ulcers despite at least one non-biologic treatment.
BronAges 2–17 - NCT04528979Recruiting
Tests a bioceramic filling material for root-canal treatment outcomes
This study looks at how well a bioceramic sealing material works for tooth root-canal treatment, including cases where previous treatment did not work. If you have certain types of tooth nerve inflammation or infection, you may be eligible to help compare outcomes and improve care.
Sant Cugat del Vallès, BarcelonaAges 18–75 - NCT04533113Recruiting
Tooth filling study using selective removal on back teeth
This study looks at a careful way of removing decayed tooth material on permanent back teeth. It is meant for people with early, reversible tooth nerve irritation, to see if the approach is effective and safe.
Sant Cugat del Vallès, BarcelonaAges 18–75 - NCT04534127Recruiting
DaRT radiation device for skin and mouth or superficial tumors
This trial tests a targeted radiation device (DaRT seeds) to treat certain cancers on the skin, in the mouth, or in superficial soft tissue. It may help when standard treatment (like surgery or regular radiation/chemo) hasn’t worked, isn’t safe, or isn’t wanted.
JerusalemAges 18 years+ - NCT04544969Recruiting
Testing blood markers to guide chemo for metastatic nasopharyngeal cancer
This study looks at special blood markers (CTCs) to see how sensitive your cancer is to chemotherapy and to better predict how well treatment may work. If you have metastatic nasopharyngeal cancer and can’t have local treatment, this may help match you to more effective chemo plans.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT04547673Recruiting
Test an endoscopy camera tool to help diagnose throat cancer
This study checks an “intelligent” camera used during a nose-and-throat exam to improve how nasopharyngeal cancer is diagnosed. If you are eligible, your care team will compare how well the tool identifies the condition.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT04567030Recruiting
AI tool to help improve gum treatment outcomes
This trial tests whether an artificial intelligence (AI) system can help plan and improve results of gum (periodontal) treatment. You may be a good match if you have diagnosed periodontal disease and enough healthy teeth.
Kaohsiung CityAges 35–65 - NCT04605445Recruiting
One vs two dentist visits for infected root canals
This study compares whether treating an infected, dead tooth in one visit works as well as using two visits. It may help you and your dentist choose the simplest schedule while still clearing infection and supporting healing.
Vaxjo, Kronoberg CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT04613349Recruiting
MRI before first parotid tumor surgery
This study tests whether a special MRI scan (with a contrast dye) can help doctors better plan surgery for tumors in the salivary gland near the facial nerve. It may help surgical planning while avoiding unnecessary repeat imaging.
Paris, PARISAges 18 years+ - NCT04620187RecruitingPhase 2
Study medicine T-DM1 after surgery for HER2-positive salivary cancer
This Phase 2 trial studies T-DM1 given after surgery for salivary gland cancer that is HER2-positive. The goal is to reduce the risk of the cancer coming back by targeting HER2-positive tumor cells.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT04622462Recruiting
Testing a lab marker to predict oral cancer risk
This study looks at biopsy samples from mouth lesions that seem concerning, to see if a specific lab marker pattern can help predict whether oral cancer may be present or developing. It may help doctors sort which suspicious lesions need closer attention sooner.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 15–90 - NCT04669717RecruitingPhase 4
Testing antibiotic dosing alongside periodontal treatment
This study tests how antibiotics should be added to standard gum (periodontal) treatment, including dosing and blood-level timing. It may help people whose gum disease is severe, by improving how antibiotics are used with routine dental care.
Geneva, Canton of GenevaAges 18–80 - NCT04704089Recruiting
Dental enamel defect study using tooth photos and measurements
This study compares different types of enamel problems by taking detailed pictures of your front teeth. It may help researchers better tell these enamel conditions apart and improve future diagnosis and care.
ParisAges 8–55
Common questions
- How many mouth & dental clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 2,058 recruiting dentistry & oral health studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 3,961 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Mouth & dental” cover here?
- Conditions of the teeth, gums, mouth, and jaw. We group each study into mouth & dental based on the conditions it studies, so you can scan the whole therapeutic area at once and drill into a specific condition.
- How do I find a mouth & dental trial near me?
- Use the search to filter mouth & dental studies by location and eligibility. Every Clin2 trial page explains the criteria in plain English and offers a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read — the study team makes the final decision.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov; specialty groupings are derived from each study’s conditions. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.