How processed foods affect oral health
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study looks at whether eating ultra-processed foods is linked to worse oral health. If you join, you'll answer questions about your diet and have a simple dental check-up to assess your gums and teeth.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old
- You have at least 20 natural teeth
- You have not had gum treatment in the last 6 months
- You have not taken antibiotics, steroids, or anti-inflammatory painkillers in the last 3 weeks
- You do not have conditions like autoimmune disease, osteoporosis, cancer, or diabetes, and you are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- You are not taking immune-suppressing drugs, oral contraceptives, or certain other medications
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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