Ultra-processed food and your oral health
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study looks at how eating a lot of ultra-processed foods (like packaged snacks, sodas, and fast food) is linked to your oral health—like gum disease and cavities. You'll answer questions about your diet and have a quick dental check.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 18 and 65 years old.
- You must have at least 20 teeth (not counting dentures or implants).
- No dental deep cleaning or gum treatment in the last 6 months.
- No antibiotics, steroids, or anti-inflammatory pain relievers in the last 3 weeks.
- You cannot have autoimmune disease, osteoporosis, cancer, or active infections (like hepatitis, tuberculosis, AIDS).
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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