Oral Bacteria and Immune System Problems Involved in Gum Disease (Periodontitis)

Recruiting Observational Study
Immunosuppression Periodontal Disease Healthy Subjects Healthy Volunteer
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Healthy Volunteers Welcome You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part. No Study Drug Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
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At a Glance
Age
7 – 100
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
700 (estimated)
Sponsor
National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) · NIH
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About This Trial
Background: \- Gum disease is a condition in which the tissue around the tooth root becomes swollen and infected. This condition can cause tooth loss if it is not treated. Who gets gum disease and how bad it will be depends on (1) the different bacteria in the mouth and (2) how the immune system of an individual handles these bacteria. Researchers want to look at the oral bacteria and genetic imm…
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Eligibility Criteria
* INCLUSION CRITERIA: Subjects with Genetic Immune Defects: Patients with a known genetic immune defect will be eligible for screening inclusion under this protocol. * Diagnosed with a genetic immune defect * Willing to allow genetic testing * 7 years old Subjects with Severe Periodontitis of…
Contacts

Laurie D Brenchley, R.D.H.

(301) 451-2551

laurie.brenchley@nih.gov

CONTACT

Niki M Moutsopoulos, D.D.S.

(301) 435-7182

nmoutsop@mail.nih.gov

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