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
- NCT05533528Recruiting
Save gum tissue in surgery for severe periodontitis
This trial studies a way to preserve gum (periodontal) “granulation” tissue during surgical treatment for severe periodontitis (gum disease). It may help patients heal better after surgery, especially when deep gum pockets do not improve after non-surgical care.
MurciaAges 18 years+ - NCT07672236RecruitingPhase 3
Comparing two mouth pain treatments for head and neck cancer patients
This trial tests a new mouthwash (BupiZenge) against a standard numbing medicine (lidocaine) for pain caused by mouth sores from radiation therapy. It may help you if you are about to start radiation for certain head and neck cancers.
CopenhagenAges 18–80 - NCT07511959Enrolling by invitation
Blood-derived treatment for chronic jaw pain
This trial tests whether a treatment made from your own blood (platelet-rich plasma exosomes) can help relieve long-term jaw joint pain and improve function. If you qualify, you would receive injections directly into your jaw area.
WroclawAges 18 years+ - NCT04934176Recruiting
3D study of smile reconstruction for facial paralysis
This study looks at how well “smile reconstruction” surgery works for people with facial paralysis, using 3D measurements that reflect patient experience and movement. You may be able to help test which nerve-connection approach leads to better smile outcomes.
Columbus, OhioAges 18–75 - NCT04944914RecruitingPhase 3
Camrelizumab with targeted radiation for limited nasopharyngeal cancer spread
This trial tests whether combining camrelizumab (an immune medicine) with stereotactic body radiotherapy (high-precision radiation) works better than camrelizumab alone. It’s for people whose nasopharyngeal cancer has spread to a small number of spots in the body and may help control those metastases longer.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT04969835RecruitingPhase 1
Safety and early response study of AVA6000 for solid tumors
This Phase 1 study tests AVA6000 in people with certain solid tumor cancers, mainly to check safety and how the body processes the drug. It also looks for early signs of tumor response to see if it might help further in later studies.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT04981145RecruitingPhase 4
Iguratimod for Sjögren’s syndrome symptoms and safety
This trial studies whether iguratimod improves symptoms in people with primary Sjögren’s syndrome, and checks how safe it is. It focuses on people with confirmed disease markers (anti-SSA/Ro-60) and ongoing dry eyes and dry mouth.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–70 - NCT05006963Recruiting
Tele-rehab for jaw pain from TMJ problems
This trial tests a remote (telehealth) rehabilitation program to help reduce pain caused by temporomandibular joint (jaw joint) problems. It may help you if you’ve had facial/jaw-related pain for months and have a related diagnosis.
São PauloAges 18–60 - NCT05030597Recruiting
PET scans targeting FAP for oral cancer and recurrence
This trial uses a special PET scan that targets a substance called FAP to better find oral squamous cell cancer and check for recurrence. It may help doctors see where cancer activity is and guide treatment planning, especially around surgery and (for some people) neoadjuvant therapy before surgery.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–70 - NCT05038865Recruiting
How jaw alignment affects teens’ quality of life
This study compares how different types of bite/jaw alignment affect adolescents’ daily comfort and oral-health-related quality of life. It’s mainly done by asking teens to complete questionnaires and comparing groups with and without malocclusion.
Malmö, Skåne CountyAges 12–19 - NCT05051072Recruiting
MRI study in adults with trigeminal neuralgia pain
This study uses a special MRI scan to look at how the trigeminal nerve system is working in people with essential trigeminal neuralgia (face pain) and whether there is nerve involvement. You may be asked to get MRI scans while resting, which can help doctors better understand the cause and guide future treatments.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT05077618Recruiting
Teeth bacteria study in seniors with and without Alzheimer’s
This study looks at the bacteria in the mouth (periodontal microbiota) to see whether they differ between seniors with Alzheimer’s disease and seniors without it. You may be asked for a sample from your gums/teeth and background health information.
Nice, CHU de NICEAges 18–90 - NCT05081258Recruiting
Tests presurgery shaping for newborn cleft lip and palate growth
This study looks at whether a presurgery orthodontic shaping method affects how newborns with a cleft lip and palate grow over time. It may help clinicians decide on the best early treatment approach.
Erlangen, BavariaAges 1 day–2 years - NCT05106608Recruiting
Mobile plus light therapy for dry mouth after head and neck cancer
This study tests whether “photobiomodulation” light therapy, guided by a phone app, can improve chronic dry mouth (xerostomia) in people who finished radiation for head and neck cancer. It may help reduce bothersome mouth dryness and support better day-to-day comfort after treatment.
Granada, GranadaAges 18 years+ - NCT05113004RecruitingPhase 2
Testing new outcomes in primary Sjögren’s syndrome
This Phase 2 study tests how to measure changes in primary Sjögren’s syndrome symptoms and body activity. It may help researchers confirm which outcomes best reflect improvement and how different patient types respond to treatment.
BrestAges 18 years+ - NCT05126160Recruiting
MRI-based imaging to guide treatment in nasopharyngeal cancer
This study uses special MRI images (and computer “radiomics” scores) to better understand nasopharyngeal cancer. The goal is to help doctors choose the most appropriate treatment for people with newly diagnosed cancer.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–70 - NCT05147844RecruitingPhase 2
Toripalimab plus radiation for limited-spread nose cancer
This Phase 2 trial studies whether adding toripalimab (an immune therapy) to radiation can control nasopharyngeal cancer that has spread only to a few places. It may help by boosting the immune system while the radiation treats the tumor sites.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT05152368RecruitingPhase 1
Tested umbilical cord stem cell exosomes for trigeminal nerve pain
This Phase 1 study tests whether a treatment made from donated umbilical cord stem cell “exosomes” is safe for people with trigeminal neuralgia (severe facial nerve pain). It mainly focuses on safety and tolerability, and it may help by calming nerve-related pain pathways.
St John'sAges Any age - NCT05161091Recruiting
Orosol® mouth treatment for chemo or radiation mouth sores
This trial tests whether Orosol® can reduce mouth sores caused by chemotherapy or radiation. If you have moderate to severe mouth sores from these treatments, it may help improve comfort and healing.
Clermont-FerrandAges 18 years+ - NCT05167656Recruiting
Manual therapy for one-sided jaw pain
This study compares two types of hand-based therapy to see which helps people with jaw (temple/ear-area) pain on one side. You may be eligible if your jaw pain has lasted more than a month and you have not had recent jaw-related treatment or procedures.
Alcalá de Henares, MadridAges 18–75 - NCT05188196Recruiting
Collagen sponge vs collagen membrane after tooth removal
This study compares two types of collagen dental materials placed after a back tooth (molar) is removed. The goal is to see which one better helps preserve the jawbone so you can later get a dental implant.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–70 - NCT05200715Recruiting
Registry study for inherited and inflammatory eye and joint diseases
This study is a registry, meaning it collects your medical information to better understand several inflammatory (auto-inflammatory) conditions. It may help doctors and researchers improve diagnosis and future treatments for people with these disorders.
AlgiersAges Any age - NCT05221450Recruiting
Study of what affects root canal treatment outcomes
This study looks at which factors can change how well root canal (endodontic) treatment works. It may help improve future care by understanding what leads to better healing.
LjubljanaAges 18 years+ - NCT05232331Recruiting
Eat nitrate-rich vegetables to study gum inflammation and mouth bacteria
This study looks at whether eating more nitrate-rich vegetables changes inflammatory markers and the balance of bacteria in the mouth for people with periodontitis (serious gum disease). It may help us understand better diet-based support alongside standard non-surgical gum treatment.
Guadalajara, JaliscoAges 30–65
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.