The Impact of Heavy Alcohol Use on Saliva and Oral Health
Recruiting
Observational Study
Alcohol Use Disorder
Alcohol Dependence
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.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 – 100
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 72 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC) · NIH
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About This Trial
Background:
People with alcohol use disorder (AUD) have a higher rate of dental and gum disease. Poor oral health can increase the risk of other diseases, such as diabetes and stroke. Researchers want to learn more about how to identify developing inflammation in the mouth. They also want to know how improved oral health education and behaviors can affect inflammation in people with AUD.
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Eligibility Criteria
* INCLUSION CRITERIA:
To be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet all the following criteria:
AUD participants:
* Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study.
* Treatment-seeking individuals aged 18 years or older.…
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