Non-surgical gum treatment to lower heart risk
Part of Heart & circulation, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests whether non-surgical treatment for moderate to severe gum disease can help lower cardiovascular (heart and blood vessel) risk. It focuses on people who already have a higher estimated 10-year heart risk, and checks changes after gum therapy.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have moderate to severe gum disease (periodontitis).
- Your estimated 10-year heart risk is at least 20% (Framingham score).
- You have not had any gum (periodontal) treatment in the past 6 months.
- You do not have a history of heart attack (coronary heart disease), stroke, or poor circulation in the legs (peripheral artery disease).
- You can safely take part and are willing to sign consent; pregnancy/breastfeeding and very high bleeding risk or uncontrolled blood pressure would usually not qualify.
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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