Investigation of the Interplay Between Local Oral Inflammation, Microbiota and Systemic Immune Responses.
Colgate Palmolive
Summary
This is a clinical research study designed to measure changes in inflammation and the oral microbiome during a phase of good oral hygiene and the absence of oral hygiene. The goal of the study is to investigate the interplay between local oral inflammation, microbiota and systemic immune responses.
Description
An experimental gingivitis model will be used to explore changes in inflammation and the oral microbiome during gingivitis induction and resolution phases. Following consenting, screening, and enrollment, a dental intraoral (IO) scan or "digital impression" will be taken of the maxillary arch of each subject for the construction of an individual 3D printed tooth shield stent for use during the trial period. The customized stent (made of FDA approved resin material) will be used only on the experimental quadrant, and only during tooth brushing to prevent oral hygiene. Biological samples (blood,…
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Males and females, between 18-65 years of age; 2. Availability for the duration of the study; 3. ASA 1 Good general health (absence of any self-reported systemic disease or condition that, in the opinion of the Principal Investigator, might constitute a risk to the subject while participating in the study. Examples include heart problems, valve/hip replacements, etc); 4. Willingness to provide information related to their medical history; 5. Minimum of 20 uncrowned permanent natural teeth (excluding third molars and crowns); 6. Informed Consent Form signed. Exclusion C…
Interventions
- DrugStannous Fluoride Toothpaste (SnF)
stannous fluoride toothpaste
Location
- UT Health School of DentistryHouston, Texas