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Learning More About Dental Cleaning and Bacteria in the Bloodstream

Study Leader

Joel Napenas, DDS


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    About This Study

    The purpose of this study is to learn more about teeth cleaning and bacteria. We want to see if professional teeth cleaning and taking care of your teeth regularly can change how often and the types of bacteria that get into your bloodstream. The study will last 4 months with 4 in-person visits and 6 phone calls. The visits will include a dental exam, teeth brushing, and professional cleaning. We are looking for volunteers who have 10 more teeth, have not had their teeth professionally cleaned in 12 months or longer, and do not need an antibiotic before a dentist visit. The study team will provide more information.

    What Activities Are a Part of this Study?

    • Informed Consent Review
    • After Study Follow-Up Activities
    • Review of Medical History
    • Phone Calls and/or Emails
    • Study Visits and Consultations
    • Laboratory and Imaging Tests
    • Specimen Sample Collection

    Age & Gender

    • 18 - 100 years old
    • All Genders

    Language

    • This study enrolls English speakers only

    Additional Study Information

    • Compensation Offered
    • No reimbursement offered

    Study Locations

    • Greater Charlotte, NC

    Study Topics

    Ears, Nose, Throat, Mouth

    Study Locations and Contacts

    • Greater Charlotte, NC: Cathleen Petersen, RDH Cathleen.Petersen@advocatehealth.org
    • Study Information
    • IRB Number: IRB00092954

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