Gum disease and dry eye study
Part of Eyes & vision, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study looks at whether people who have gum disease (periodontitis) are more likely to have dry eye disease. If you have both conditions, taking part could help doctors understand how they might be connected and improve care.
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Who can take part
- You are between 30 and 65 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with gum disease (periodontitis).
- You have been diagnosed with dry eye disease.
- You have more than 20 natural teeth.
- You are not a smoker, do not have diabetes, autoimmune diseases, or other eye conditions like uveitis or conjunctivitis, and are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You have not used certain eye medications (other than artificial tears), had major eye surgery in the last 3 months, worn contact lenses, or had LASIK surgery.
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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