RecruitingNCT01568697

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

Oral Microbial and Immunological Characterization of Patients With Immune Dysfunction


Sponsor

National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR)

Enrollment

700 participants

Start Date

Oct 5, 2012

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Summary

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 immune problems of different people to learn how these affect gum disease and other conditions of the mouth. Objectives: \- To study how immune system problems may lead to problems in the mouth, including gum disease. Eligibility: * Children and adults at least 7 years of age who have genetic problems with their immune system. * Healthy adults that have periodontal disease * Health adults that do not have periodontal disease Design: * This study will involve a screening visit and a study visit. * Participants will be screened with a medical history, blood work and a full oral and dental exam, including dental x-rays and photos. * The study visit will involve collection of blood, urine, and other samples, including saliva, plaque, and gum swabs. Any abnormal tissue will sampled for a biopsy. Additional oral and dental exams will be performed. Participants will also answer questions about any current medical or dental problems.


Eligibility

Min Age: 7 YearsMax Age: 100 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study investigates how bacteria in the mouth and problems with the immune system contribute to severe gum disease (periodontitis). Researchers are looking at people with known genetic immune defects, people who developed severe gum disease at a young age, their family members, and healthy volunteers. You may be eligible if: - You have a diagnosed genetic immune defect (any age 7+) - You had severe gum disease before age 30 and are willing to undergo genetic testing (age 7+) - You are a family member of someone with suspected genetic gum disease (age 7+) - You are a healthy adult (18+) in good general health with at least 20 natural teeth You may NOT be eligible if: - You have a history of Hepatitis B or C, or HIV - You have had radiation therapy to the head or neck - You have an active cancer (other than minor skin cancer) - You received chemotherapy or radiation in the past 5 years - You are pregnant or breastfeeding - For healthy volunteers: you have diabetes, an autoimmune disorder, used systemic antibiotics or immunosuppressants in the past 3 months, smoked in the past year, or are an NIH employee in the relevant unit Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

Bethesda, Maryland, United States

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