Saliva and dental fluid inflammation markers in tooth pain study
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study looks at natural substances in saliva, gum fluid, and dental pulp that help resolve inflammation. Researchers want to compare these markers between people with tooth pain (pulpitis) and healthy volunteers to better understand how the body heals tooth inflammation.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have a permanent tooth with symptoms of pulpitis (tooth nerve inflammation) or are having a wisdom tooth removed as a healthy volunteer
- You can understand the study and sign a consent form
- You have not taken antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs in the past week
- You do not have gum disease or other inflammatory mouth conditions
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
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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