How gum treatment affects chewing and bite strength
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study looks at how treating advanced gum disease (periodontitis) affects your ability to chew and the force of your bite. If you have severe gum disease and haven't had gum treatment in the past year, you may be able to join and help us learn if treatment improves chewing function.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 70 years old.
- You have advanced gum disease (stage III or IV) as diagnosed by a dentist.
- You have at least 20 natural teeth, including back teeth that help you chew.
- You have not had gum treatment in the last 12 months.
- You can attend all scheduled follow-up visits.
- You do not have uncontrolled diabetes, are not taking immunosuppressants or bisphosphonates, are not pregnant or breastfeeding, do not wear a bite splint, and smoke 20 or fewer cigarettes per day.
Quick eligibility check
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