Current Research Studies Screening for Volunteers
Study One:
Periodontal Disease (Gum disease)
Purpose of the study:
To see how different therapies affect the gums and bacteria in dental plaque of smokers.
Eligibility/Criteria:
- 20 years and above, male and females
- Smokers
- At least 20 teeth, without crowns
- Gum disease
Study Two:
Periodontal Disease (gum disease)
Purpose of the study:
Gum diseases are infections that are caused by bacteria living in the mouth, particularly in dental plaque. The purpose of this study is to determine if bacteria cause gum diseases or protect against these infections.
A. Periodontally (gum) healthy subjects
Eligibility/Criteria:
- 20 years and above, male and females
- At least 24 natural teeth, without crowns
- Have healthy gums
- Be in good general health
B. Periodontally (gum) diseased subjects
Eligibility/Criteria:
- 20 years and above, male and females
- At least 20 natural teeth, without crowns
- Have gum (periodontal) disease
- Be in good general health
Study Three:
Periodontal Disease (gum disease)
Purpose of the study:
To evaluate the use of antibiotics in treating the bacteria in the mouth.
Eligibility/Criteria:
- 25 years and above, male and females
- Have gum (periodontal) disease
- Be in good general health
Study Four:
Dental Plaque (Toothbrush, toothpaste study)
Purpose of the study:
To see if different tooth cleaning methods are better at lowering the levels of plaque and slowing its re-growth.
Eligibility/Criteria:
- 20 years and above, male and females
- At least 24 natural teeth, without crowns
- Be in good general health
- Be a nonsmoker
Study Five:
Gingivitis (Toothpaste study)
Purpose of the study:
To see if the use of specific toothpaste will control gingivitis (gum inflammation).
Eligibility/Criteria:
- 18 years and above
- At least 20 natural teeth, without crowns
- Have periodontal disease
Study Six:
Gingivitis
Purpose of the study:
To look as the effects of low intensity light on your gums to see if it reduces gum inflammation in your mouth.
Eligibility/Criteria:
- 18 years and above
- Have gingivitis (red/bleeding gums)
