Dentistry & oral health
Mouth & dental clinical trials
Conditions of the teeth, gums, mouth, and jaw. We’re tracking 1,962 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable1,543
- Phase 2144
- Phase 385
- Phase 182
- Phase 460
- Phase 1/Phase 235
- Phase 2/Phase 313
Top conditions
- Periodontitis103
- Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma74
- Periodontal Diseases50
- Dental Caries46
- Gingivitis35
- Head and Neck Cancer35
- Oral Cancer32
- Periodontal Disease29
- Dental Implant28
- Gingival Recession25
- Alveolar Bone Loss24
- Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma (NPC)24
- Sjogren's Syndrome24
- Tooth Loss24
- Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD)22
- Oropharynx Cancer21
- Peri-Implantitis21
- Temporomandibular Joint Disorders20
Leading sponsors
- Cairo University77
- Sun Yat-sen University50
- Mansoura University25
- Ain Shams University24
- Postgraduate Institute of Dental Sciences Rohtak24
- Tanta University24
- Al-Azhar University23
- Universidad Complutense de Madrid16
- University of Baghdad16
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris14
Where studies are running
- California44
- Texas26
- Florida21
- Maryland21
- Massachusetts21
- New York19
- Pennsylvania19
- Ohio18
- Alabama17
- Michigan15
Recruiting studies1,962 total
- 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+ - NCT06479811RecruitingPhase 1
Radioactive drug for advanced neuroendocrine and other cancers
This early-stage trial tests a new radioactive drug (called [212Pb]VMT-Alpha-NET) that targets a marker on certain cancer cells. It may help shrink or slow the growth of tumors that have spread or can't be removed, and it's being studied for several cancer types, including neuroendocrine tumors, small cell lung cancer, kidney cancer, and some head and neck cancers.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT06480825Recruiting
Ultrasound study of gum tissue
This study uses a special high-frequency ultrasound to take detailed pictures of your gum tissue. It may help doctors understand gum disease better and find new ways to treat it.
Pisa, ItalyAges 18–70 - NCT06494709Recruiting
Eye-tracking study of attention to faces after jaw surgery
This trial uses eye-tracking to measure how people look at faces after jaw surgery (orthognathic surgery). It is designed to help researchers understand changes in social attention following the procedure.
Amiens, PicardieAges 18 years+ - NCT06475300RecruitingPhase 2
BL-B01D1 plus immunotherapy for advanced lung and throat cancers
This trial tests a new combination treatment (BL-B01D1 plus a PD-1 inhibitor) for people with advanced lung cancer or nasopharyngeal cancer. It aims to see if the combination is safe and effective for patients whose cancer has not responded to earlier treatments.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT06468111Recruiting
Can therapy dogs help kids during blood draws or dental work?
This study tests if having a gentle therapy dog nearby can help children ages 3 to 12 feel calmer and more comfortable during a blood draw or dental procedure. If your child likes dogs and needs one of these procedures, this might be a good fit.
LleidaAges 3–12 - NCT04805528Recruiting
Electrical stimulation to reduce dry mouth after head-neck radiation
This trial tests a non-invasive, acupuncture-like electrical stimulation treatment (ALTENS) to help reduce dry mouth after radiation for head and neck cancers. You may qualify if you have bothersome dry mouth and had significant head-neck radiation, with no signs of active cancer and if you can come for treatments over 12 weeks.
Rochester, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06457503RecruitingPhase 4
Toripalimab plus chemo for advanced nasopharyngeal cancer
This trial tests whether adding the immunotherapy drug toripalimab to standard chemotherapy (cisplatin and gemcitabine) can help people whose nasopharyngeal cancer has come back or spread. It is for those who haven't yet received other treatments for this advanced stage.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 12 years+ - NCT06448026RecruitingPhase 2
Cemiplimab and cetuximab before surgery for mouth or throat cancer
This trial tests whether combining two targeted drugs (cemiplimab and cetuximab) before surgery can help people with recurrent mouth or throat cancer that has come back after initial treatment. It aims to see if this approach makes surgery more effective.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06445114RecruitingPhase 2
Blood-Guided Chemoradiation for HPV-Positive Throat Cancer
This study tests whether a blood test that looks for circulating HPV DNA (ctDNA) can help doctors decide if you need chemotherapy after surgery for HPV-positive throat cancer. After you have surgery to remove the cancer, you receive radiation (possibly with chemotherapy) — the results of the blood test guide whether or not to add chemo.
Beverly Hills, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06457373Recruiting
Donated vs. your own tooth graft for bone preservation
This trial tests whether a special bone graft made from donated teeth works as well as a graft made from your own teeth to preserve the bone after wisdom tooth removal. It may help you keep more bone in your jaw for future dental work.
Damietta, New-DamiettaAges 25–35 - NCT05911750Recruiting
HPV study in men with Crohn’s or ulcerative colitis
This study looks at how common human papillomavirus (HPV) is in men with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis and what it may mean for health. You would answer questions and provide biology samples so researchers can understand the link, if any, between HPV and bowel disease.
BarcelonaAges 18–79 - NCT06275789Recruiting
Bone graft mix for preserving jawbone after tooth extraction
This study tests a mix of two bone graft materials (one from donated human bone and one from cow bone) to see if it helps preserve the jawbone after a tooth is pulled, so there is enough bone for a dental implant later. It may be a good option if you are generally healthy and need a molar or premolar removed.
Fort Lauderdale, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05757817Recruiting
New flap surgery for mouth or throat cancer reconstruction
This trial studies whether a new surgical reconstruction method can improve outcomes for people with oral cavity or oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (a type of head and neck cancer). The goal is to rebuild the area using a tissue flap while reducing problems where the tissue is taken from.
MontpellierAges 18 years+ - NCT06435780Recruiting
New gum graft technique for ridge repair
This trial tests a new, less invasive method to repair the gum ridge where a premolar tooth is missing. It compares the new technique to the standard gum graft procedure, with the goal of improving the area so a future dental implant or bridge can be placed.
CairoAges 18–50 - NCT06430957Recruiting
Sleep apnea risk after dental surgery under general anesthesia
This study checks dental patients for the risk of sleep apnea before surgery and looks at whether that risk is linked to problems after general anesthesia. It may help you understand your own risk and improve safety.
KayseriAges 18–80 - NCT06436638Recruiting
CPAP mask vs. nasal tube for breathing during molar extraction
This trial compares two ways to help you breathe during deep sedation for a molar extraction: a CPAP mask over your nose or a small tube placed in your nostril. The goal is to see which method keeps your oxygen levels more stable.
KayseriAges 18–60 - NCT06433297Recruiting
Direct vs. indirect pulp capping for deep cavities in lower molars
This study compares two ways to treat deep cavities in lower back teeth when the nerve is exposed. The goal is to see which method better protects the nerve and avoids the need for a root canal.
Rohtak, HaryanaAges 18 years+ - NCT06430268Enrolling by invitation
Cleaning methods for infected dental implants
This study is testing different ways to clean a dental implant that is failing due to severe infection (peri-implantitis). If you need to have an implant removed because of advanced bone loss, the researchers will compare cleaning methods during the removal procedure.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–80 - NCT06420336Recruiting
Pain relief after cleft palate surgery
This study compares two ways to manage pain after cleft palate repair surgery that uses a bone graft from the hip. The goal is to see which method provides better pain control for children and teens.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 6–18 - NCT06406751Enrolling by invitation
MI Paste and mouth bacteria in older denture wearers
This study tests whether a special paste (MI Paste) used for several months can change the natural bacteria in the mouth of older adults who wear dentures. It may help keep your mouth healthier.
Iowa City, IowaAges 65–105 - NCT02833285Recruiting
Study immune cells in people with gum disease
This study looks at how the immune system (B cells) works in gum disease and may help doctors better understand the condition. You may be asked to take part if you need gum surgery and meet other health and treatment rules.
BrestAges 18–75 - NCT06241612RecruitingPhase 3
Personalized neck radiation for nasopharyngeal cancer
This trial tests whether giving radiation only to the specific lymph nodes that need it works as well as standard radiation for people with nasopharyngeal cancer. It aims to reduce side effects while still controlling the cancer.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT05729607Recruiting
Gum tissue repair around an implant using two material types
This trial compares two ways of adding gum (soft tissue) around a dental implant—using donor gum tissue versus a different graft material. If you have a healthy implant with some gum recession, this study may help find which approach works better for healing and gum coverage.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–99
Common questions
- How many mouth & dental clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 1,962 recruiting dentistry & oral health studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 3,756 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.