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Application of Ultra-high Frequency Ultrasonography (UHFUS) to the Study of Gingival Tissues

NCT06480825 · Status: RECRUITING · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 40

Last updated 2026-04-01

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Summary

Gingival inflammation triggered by the accumulation of bacterial is the primary risk factor for the development of periodontitis. Clinically, localized signs of inflammation limited to the gingiva, presence of significant bacterial plaque load, and stable attachment levels on the periodontium can be observed in course of gingivitis. The aim of the present study is to compare clinical aspects of gingival tissue in healthy patients versus patients with gingivitis to assess the ultrastructural variations present in course of inflammation.

Patients with gingivitis and healthy controls will be enrolled. All patients will undergo ultra-high frequency ultrasonographic scans (70 MHz) of gingival tissue on three areas per dental arch (anterior, middle right, middle left). Gingival thickness, echogenicity, and vascularization assessed through resisitive index will be evaluated.

Conditions

  • Gingivitis
  • Periodontitis

Interventions

OTHER

Performance of ultrasonographic scan

Ultra-high frequency ultrasonographic scan of gingival tissues

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • University of Pisa

    lead OTHER

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
70 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2024-04-02
Primary Completion
2026-01-31
Completion
2028-07-31

Countries

  • Italy

Study Locations

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