Gum disease treatment for people with Alzheimer's disease
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests whether treating gum disease can help people with Alzheimer's disease. The aim is to see if improving oral health might slow down memory decline.
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Who can take part
- You have Alzheimer's disease or dementia diagnosed by a doctor, and you have at least a primary school education.
- You are able to have a brain scan (MRI) to confirm the diagnosis, unless you can't have an MRI for safety reasons.
- Your memory test score (MMSE) is 15 or higher.
- You have a caregiver who can help supervise your care during the study.
- You have not had gum treatment or taken antibiotics for your gums in the last 6 months.
- You are not taking daily blood thinners like aspirin or warfarin.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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