BruxismNCT07579416
Bruxism, Anxiety, and Periodontal Status Among Dental Students
An observational study of Bruxism and Anxiety, run by Al-Hawash Private University at 1 site in Syria.
Trial summary
This observational cross-sectional study aims to evaluate the relationship between bruxism, anxiety, and periodontal status among fourth- and fifth-year dental students at Al-Hawash Private University. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 years and older
- How many people
- 100 participants
- Where
- 1 siteSyria
- Study dates
- 20 Mar 2026to May 2027
- Phase
- Observational
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 years and older
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Study population: Fourth- and Fifth-Year Dental Students at Al-Hawash Private University
Who may be able to join
- Undergraduate dental students in the fourth or fifth year.
- Age 18 years or older.
- Willing to participate and provide written informed consent.
Who cannot join
- Orthodontic treatment.
- Systemic disease affecting periodontal status.
- Medications that may affect bruxism or anxiety.
- Major psychiatric disorders.
- Pregnancy, if relevant to periodontal assessment.
- Incomplete questionnaire or incomplete clinical data.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
Syria1 site, 1 recruiting
- Recruiting
Al-Hawash Private University, Faculty of Dentistry
Homs, 00000
Ali Abou Sulaiman, Ph.D. in Periodontology, +963956790836, dr.ali.abousulaiman@hpu.edu.sy
About this study
Official title: An Observational Cross-Sectional Study of the Relationship Between Bruxism, Anxiety, and Periodontal Status Among Fourth- and Fifth-Year Dental Students at Al-Hawash Private University
This observational cross-sectional study aims to evaluate the relationship between bruxism, anxiety, and periodontal status among fourth- and fifth-year dental students at Al-Hawash Private University. Bruxism is a parafunctional habit that may be influenced by psychological stress and anxiety, and it may be associated with periodontal changes. Dental students are an important population to study due to their academic workload and potential stress exposure. The study will assess probable bruxism, anxiety levels, and periodontal parameters to identify possible associations between these variables.
- Keywords
- Bruxism, Anxiety, Periodontal Status, Dental Students, Cross-sectional Study, Observational Study
- Medical subject headings
- Bruxism, Anxiety Disorders
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Anxiety level
Assessed using the Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item (GAD-7) Scale. Anxiety will be measured as a continuous score ranging from 0 to 21, with higher scores indicating greater anxiety severity and a worse outcome. Scores may also be categorized into minimal (0-4), mild (5-9), moderate (10-14), and severe (15-21) anxiety.
Measured: At enrollment
Secondary outcomes (2)
Probable Bruxism
Assessed by self-reported symptoms and clinical signs. Bruxism status will be classified as present or absent.
Measured: At enrollment
Periodontal Screening and Recording Index
Periodontal parameters are measured using the WHO probe by dividing the mouth into six sextants (three upper, three lower). The highest score in each sextant is recorded. Scoring from 0-4 is based on pocket depth, gingival health, and calculus presence.
Scoring Criteria:
0: Healthy periodontium, black band visible.
- Bleeding on probing (BOP), black band visible.
- Calculus present, black band visible.
- Pocket depth 3.5-5.5 mm (black band partially submerged).
- Pocket depth > 5.5 mm (black band entirely hidden).
Measured: At enrollment
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted12 May 2026
- Study start20 Mar 2026
- Primary completionApr 2027 (estimated)
- Study completionMay 2027 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for BruxismStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Observational
- Observational model
- Case-control
- Time perspective
- Cross-sectional
- Enrolment
- 100 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Al-Hawash Private University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07579416
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 22-04-2027
- Status last verified
- Apr 2026
- First submitted
- 25 Apr 2026
- Last updated
- 4 Nov 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- Yes
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 4 Nov 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- An Observational Cross-Sectional Study of the Relationship Between Bruxism, Anxiety, and Periodontal Status Among Fourth- and Fifth-Year Dental Students at Al-Hawash Private University
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07579416
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- 22-04-2027
- Keywords
- Bruxism, Anxiety, Periodontal Status, Dental Students, Cross-sectional Study, Observational Study
- Study type
- Observational
- Recruitment status
- Recruiting
- Enrolment
- 100 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Al-Hawash Private UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 20 Mar 2026 (actual)
- Primary completion
- Apr 2027 (estimated)
- Study completion
- May 2027 (estimated)
- First posted
- 12 May 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This observational cross-sectional study aims to evaluate the relationship between bruxism, anxiety, and periodontal status among fourth- and fifth-year dental students at Al-Hawash Private University. Bruxism is a parafunctional habit that may be influenced by psychological stress and anxiety, and it may be associated with periodontal changes. Dental students are an important population to study due to their academic workload and potential stress exposure. The study will assess probable bruxism, anxiety levels, and periodontal parameters to identify possible associations between these variables.
Study design
- Observational model
- Case-control
- Time perspective
- Cross-sectional
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 years and older
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
- Study population
- Fourth- and Fifth-Year Dental Students at Al-Hawash Private University
Key inclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Undergraduate dental students in the fourth or fifth year.
- Age 18 years or older.
- Willing to participate and provide written informed consent.
Key exclusion criteria (6 listed)
- Orthodontic treatment.
- Systemic disease affecting periodontal status.
- Medications that may affect bruxism or anxiety.
- Major psychiatric disorders.
- Pregnancy, if relevant to periodontal assessment.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Primary outcome
Anxiety level
Time frame: At enrollment
Assessed using the Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7-item (GAD-7) Scale. Anxiety will be measured as a continuous score ranging from 0 to 21, with higher scores indicating greater anxiety severity and a worse outcome. Scores may also be categorized into minimal (0-4), mild (5-9), moderate (10-14), and severe (15-21) anxiety.
2 secondary outcomes
Probable Bruxism
Time frame: At enrollment
Periodontal Screening and Recording Index
Time frame: At enrollment
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 4 Nov 2026.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
An observational study of Bruxism and Anxiety, run by Al-Hawash Private University at 1 site in Syria.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 3 inclusion and 6 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: looking for participants now, as of the sponsor's last update on 4 Nov 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Syria. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
Contact Ali Abou Sulaiman, Ph.D. in Periodontology (+963956790836, dr.ali.abousulaiman@hpu.edu.sy), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Anxiety level (time frame: At enrollment). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 4 Nov 2026.