Testing new fillings for gum-line cavities in high-risk adults
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests how well two newer, tooth-friendly filling materials work for cavities at the gum line in people who are prone to tooth decay. If you need a couple of these fillings, this trial could help restore your teeth and protect them from future cavities.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 25 to 45 years old.
- Your dentist says you get cavities easily (high risk for tooth decay).
- You have at least two cavities near your gum line (the front or side of your teeth).
- The cavities are between 1.5 and 2 millimeters deep (as measured by your dentist).
- You are generally healthy with no major gum disease, teeth grinding, cracked teeth, or recent braces or whitening.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and you're not allergic to dental filling materials.
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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