Measuring tooth pulp health through blood markers
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study compares levels of two substances (IL-8 and presepsin) in the blood from a tooth's pulp to the health of the tooth. It aims to find markers that could help diagnose tooth pain conditions more accurately.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 14 and 50 years old
- You need a tooth that is either healthy, mildly inflamed (reversible pulpitis), or severely inflamed (irreversible pulpitis)
- You must not have any other medical conditions that affect your overall health
- You haven't taken painkillers or antibiotics in the last week
- If you're female, you must not 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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