Dental MRI vs low-dose CT scan study
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial compares a new dental MRI technique to a low-dose CT scan for diagnosing mouth and jaw problems. It may offer a safer, radiation-free alternative for patients with soft tissue issues.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You or your child is 3 years or older.
- You have a suspected or known problem in the mouth or jaw that involves soft tissue, or you are a healthy volunteer.
- You are willing to have an MRI scan.
- You do not have severe claustrophobia (fear of enclosed spaces).
- You do not have a pacemaker, defibrillator, or metal fragments in your eyes.
- You are not pregnant and do not suspect you may be pregnant.
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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