How night shift work affects proteins in gum fluid
Part of Brain & nervous system, Infections, Mental health, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study looks at whether working night shifts affects proteins in the fluid around your teeth, which might be linked to gum health. It compares people with normal sleep patterns to night-shift workers, all with healthy or mildly inflamed gums.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 20 and 50 years old.
- You should be in good overall health (no chronic illnesses).
- Your gums must be either healthy or have mild inflammation (gingivitis), not severe gum disease.
- You must have at least 20 natural teeth left.
- If you work night shifts, you may be part of the disrupted-sleep group; if you don't, you may be in the comparison group.
- You need to sleep 6 to 9 hours per day and not use tobacco products.
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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