Mental health and gum disease in teeth grinders
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This study looks at how mental health might be linked to gum disease in people who grind their teeth. If you join, you'll help us learn more about this connection, which could lead to better care.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 30 and 50 years old.
- You have gum disease (periodontitis) and likely grind your teeth.
- You have at least 20 natural teeth (not counting wisdom teeth).
- You do not have diabetes or autoimmune diseases.
- You are not taking certain medications like phenytoin, cyclosporin, calcium-channel blockers, or antidepressants.
- You are not pregnant, lactating, or post-menopausal, and you do not have jaw muscle pain.
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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