Gum cleaning and its effect on a blood chemical
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study looks at whether a deep gum cleaning (called scaling and root planing) can change the level of a chemical in your blood called endothelin-1, which may be linked to gum disease. If you have moderate gum disease and are otherwise healthy, this treatment might help improve your gum health.
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Who can take part
- You are generally healthy with no other medical conditions.
- You have moderate gum disease with gum pockets that are 4, 5, or 6 millimeters deep.
- You do not wear dentures or other dental prosthetics.
- Your teeth do not have severe looseness (grade II mobility).
- You do not drink alcohol, smoke, or have untreated cavities.
- You have not had gum treatment (scaling or root planing) in the last 4 months.
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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