This study aims to evaluate salivary biomarkers associated with bone remodeling during the transition from periodontal health to disease. Periodontal diseases are characterized by chronic inflammation that can lead to connective tissue destruction and alveolar bone loss. Although diagnosis is primarily based on clinical and radiographic findings, these methods may not fully reflect disease activity or progression.
In this observational study, individuals with periodontal health, gingivitis, and periodontitis will be included. Salivary levels of IL-17, IL-23, IL-6, TGF-β, RANKL, and OPG will be measured using ELISA. The relationship between these biomarkers and periodontal disease stage and grade will be analyzed.
The results are expected to improve understanding of the biological mechanisms underlying periodontal disease progression and to assess the potential role of salivary biomarkers in early diagnosis and personalized treatment approaches.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 65 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
Adults aged 18-65 years Systemically healthy individuals Individuals classified as periodontally healthy, gingivitis, or periodontitis according to clinical periodontal examination Ability and willingness to provide informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
Presence of systemic diseases affecting periodontal status (e.g., diabetes mellitus, immunological disorders) Use of antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs within the last 3 months History of periodontal treatment within the last 6 months Pregnancy or lactation Smoking (optional ) Any condition that may affect salivary biomarker levels
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Salivary concentrations of IL-17, IL-23, IL-6, TGF-β, RANKL and OPG