๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-05-20

Periodontal Inflammation and Epigenetics in Obese Individuals (NCT07610902)

Association Between Epigenetic Changes, Periodontal Microbiota, And Periodontal Inflammation in Obese Individuals

๐ŸŸก Not Yet Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿฉบ Clinical Procedure Protocol Sponsor: Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center in New Orleans

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The goal of this study is to investigate the long-term changes in host epigenetic modifications in obese individuals with periodontitis. The aims of the study are: โ€ข To monitor longitudinal changes in host epigenetic modifiers following non-surgical periodontal therapy in periodontitis patients Study subjects would be categorized into two groups, non-obese with periodontitis, and obese with periodontitis. The study will primarily evaluate changes among these groups cross-sectionally, then longitudinally following non-surgical periodontal therapy (deep cleaning) to determine if any changes occur with treatment.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: LSU Health Science Centre, School of Dentistry โ€” New Orleans, Louisiana

Age range: 18 Years to 75 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Non-surgical periodontal therapy will be administered (PROCEDURE)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

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Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • LSU Health Science Centre, School of Dentistry โ€” New Orleans, Louisiana

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (504) 941-8280

Email: vjosh1@lsuhsc.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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