Inflammation markers in painful teeth
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study looks at levels of two inflammation markers in the fluid around a painful tooth. It aims to see if these markers are higher when the tooth's nerve is damaged and there is an infection at the root tip, which may help in diagnosing and treating such pain.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 60 years old
- You have a painful tooth diagnosed as having irreversible pulpitis (nerve damage) and apical periodontitis (infection at the root tip)
- You have a healthy tooth on the opposite side (for comparison)
- The painful tooth has not had any prior dental treatment
- You are not a smoker, not pregnant, and do not have conditions like uncontrolled diabetes or autoimmune diseases
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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