Nicotine's effect on gum disease treatment in smokers and non-smokers
Part of Mental health, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study looks at how smoking and nicotine affect the success of gum disease treatment. It compares results between smokers and non-smokers who have gum disease.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have gum disease (periodontitis).
- You are either a smoker or a non-smoker.
- You have at least 6 natural teeth on both the top and bottom jaw.
- You have at least 6 teeth with a pocket depth of 5 mm or more (this means gum pockets around the teeth are deep).
- You have signed a consent form to take part.
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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