Clinical trials: Mastication Disorder
Hypersialorrhea (Excessive Salivation), Psychiatric Disorders
Chewing Gum as a Therapeutic Intervention for the Management of Hypersalivation
Psychiatric disorders often require specific treatments, usually involving medications called psychotropic drugs. While effective, these medications can cause significant side effects.
- Trial name
- Chew Daily (NCT07158359)
- Testing
- chewing gum mastication
- Volunteers
- 46 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Centre Hospitalier de Cadillac
Mastication Disorder, Swallowing Disorder
Chewing, Swallowing and Orofacial Motricity in Severe Obese
Background: Obesity is considered an epidemic disease of great repercussion on the world and its prevalence has increased in recent decades.
- Conditions
- Mastication Disorder, Swallowing Disorder, Orofacial Dyskinesia
- Trial name
- NCT05516693
- Testing
- Myofacial muscle training protocol.
- Where
- Brazil
- Volunteers
- 80 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Centro Universitário de Anapolis
Biting, Chewing Problem
Biting Force and Chewing Efficiency of Complete Dentures.
The aim of this study was to compare the MBF and chewing efficiency of complete denture bases fabricated by conventional, 3D printing and milling techniques.
- Trial name
- NCT04793503
- Testing
- conventional complete denture, CADCAM 3D printed denture, CAD/CAM milled denture
- Where
- Egypt
- Volunteers
- 27 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Kafrelsheikh University
Oral Cavity Carcinoma
Behavior Changing Intervention for Smokeless Tobacco and Betel Quid Use in Adolescents
Smokeless tobacco (SLT) is a known risk factor for Oral, Pharyngeal and Esophageal carcinoma. Three-quarters global SLT consumption is among the South Asian Population.
- Trial name
- NCT03488095
- Testing
- BCI for SLT and BQ Use in Adolescents: A CRT
- Where
- Pakistan
- Volunteers
- 2,200 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Dow University of Health Sciences
Gingivitis
Propolis Containing Chewing Gum and Gingivitis
Propolis is a natural, non-toxic, sticky substance produced by honeybees that can kill bacteria, fungi, and larvae invading the beehive. It has been used in the treatment of infections and healing of wounds and burns for years.
- Trial name
- NCT06685419
- Testing
- Propolis containing gum
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 40 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- naksaka
Laryngeal Mask, Throat Pain
The Effect of Preoperative Chewing Gum on Anxiety and Sore Throat in Patients With Laryngeal Mask Airway
This study was planned to investigate the effect of chewing gum in the preoperative period on patients' sore throat and anxiety levels.
- Conditions
- Laryngeal Mask, Throat Pain, Anxiety
- Trial name
- NCT06168981
- Testing
- Chewing Gum
- Where
- 2 sites in Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 92 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Ankara Medipol University
Dental Caries
Comparing Mouth Rinses (and Chewing Gum) in Regard to Streptococcus Mutans Reduction
This study compared four mouth rinses/chews for their ability to reduce Streptococcus Mutans after usage. The four that were compared were chlorhexidine gluconate (0.12%), sodium fluoride (0.05%), paraffin wax chewing gum (sugar…
- Trial name
- NCT02598778
- Testing
- Chlorhexidine gluconate (0.12%), Sodium Fluoride (0.05%), Paraffin wax chewing gum (sugar-free)
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 12 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Montefiore Medical Center
Mastication Disorder, Fatigue
Validation and Evaluation of the Mastication Function in Adults: The Functional Six-minute Mastication Test (F-6MMT).
Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) encompass various conditions that affect the temporomandibular joint and associated tissues, often causing or being associated with other symptoms such as jaw pain, myofascial pain, neck pain…
- Conditions
- Mastication Disorder, Fatigue, Temporomandibular Disorder, Orofacial Pain
- Trial name
- F-6MMT (NCT06298786)
- Testing
- Functional 6-minute mastication test
- Where
- 3 sites in Spain
- Volunteers
- 514 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Fundació Universitària del Bages
Oral Hypofunction
Program of Community Oral Function Enhancement
The purpose of this study examined the effects of oral exercise on oral function among older adults in Taiwan, focusing on gender-related outcome differences.
- Trial name
- NCT06794814
- Testing
- oral exercise
- Where
- Taiwan
- Volunteers
- 77 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University
Cancer Esophagus, Pancreatic Cancer
Effect of Chewing Gum on Postoperative Bowel Function Following Upper GI Tract Cancer Surgery
Every patient undergoing surgery in the abdomen will experience temporary paralysis of bowel function. This study evaluates whether chewing gum can reduce the bowel paralysis after surgery in patients undergoing either esophageal…
- Trial name
- NCT02260128
- Testing
- Chewing gum
- Where
- Denmark
- Volunteers
- 72 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Michael Bau Mortensen
Dental Plaque
Efficacy of Miswak in Oral Hygiene Maintenance
Miswak has been recommended by world health organization for oral hygiene because of its availability, beneficial effect and affordability.
- Trial name
- NCT04561960
- Testing
- Fluoride toothpaste, Toothpaste Product, Toothbrush
- Where
- Saudi Arabia
- Volunteers
- 30 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Riyadh Elm University
Periodontitis
Impact of Periodontal Therapy on Function and Quality of Life in Stage III Periodontitis
Stage III, Grade B periodontitis is a severe form of gum disease that damages the tissues and bone supporting the teeth. It can cause loose teeth, difficulty chewing, and reduced quality of life.
- Trial name
- NCT07450573
- Testing
- non-surgical periodontal treatment, surgical periodontal treatment
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 40 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Ankara Medipol University
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Muscle Pain
Laser Therapy for Patients With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic, autoimmune disease that has detrimental effects on connective tissue and other organs.
- Conditions
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Muscle Pain, Chewing Function
- Trial name
- NCT04453215
- Testing
- GaAlAs semiconductor diode laser device
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 91 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Dr. Merve Benli
Pain Management
Effect of Chewing Different Flavor Gum on Procedural Pain and Fear
Needle-related pain and anxiety present persistent challenges in pediatric clinical procedures. This study aims to investigate the effects of chewing sugared and sugar-free gum on pain, anxiety, and fear in children undergoing…
- Trial name
- Gum-Pain (NCT07326254)
- Testing
- Sugared Gum Chewing, Sugar-Free Gum Chewing, Control
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 144 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Muş Alparslan University
Periodontitis, Chronic, Chewing Problem
Assessment of Masticatory Performance in Periodontitis
The loss of periodontal attachment contributes to reduced masticatory performance and has a negative impact on general health.This clinical trial aims to assess the status of masticatory performance among patients with stage I…
- Conditions
- Periodontitis, Chronic, Chewing Problem, Inflammation
- Trial name
- NCT06426069
- Testing
- Masticatory efficiency assessment
- Where
- India
- Volunteers
- 555 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Postgraduate Institute of Dental Sciences Rohtak
Facies
Facial Patterns and Masticatory Symmetries
The purpose of this study is to evaluate chewing side preference, and lateral asymmetry of occlusal contact area and bite force of individuals with different craniofacial patterns
- Trial name
- NCT01286363
- Where
- Brazil
- Volunteers
- 86 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Campinas, Brazil
Dental Plaque, Saliva Altered
Effects of Two Sugar Substituted Chewing Gums on Caries and Gingivitis Variables
The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of three times a day mastication, during a follow-up period of 4 weeks, of two sugar-substituted chewing gums on various factors associated with dental caries and gingivitis.
- Conditions
- Dental Plaque, Saliva Altered, Gingivitis
- Trial name
- NCT01578603
- Testing
- xylitol, casein phosphopeptide amorphous calcium phosphate complex
- Where
- Colombia
- Volunteers
- 130 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Universidad de Antioquia
Labor Pain and Anxiety
Effects of Mint-Flavored Chewing Gum on Childbirth
This study aims to examine the effect of chewing mint-flavored gum during childbirth on labor pain and anxiety levels. Chewing mint-flavored gum is a non-pharmacological method used during childbirth, and it is believed that it…
- Trial name
- TEMFCGPADAPL (NCT07801196)
- Testing
- Routine midwifery care, Mint Chewing Gum During Labor
- Where
- Turkey (Türkiye)
- Volunteers
- 106 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Uskudar University
Temporomandibular Joint Disorder
The Effect of Prolonged Sugar-Free Chewing Gum Mastication on Self-Reported Fatigue Levels and Changes of Static and Dynamic Surface Electromyography Parameters in Young Individuals With and Without Temporomandibular Joint Disorders.
This case-control study investigates fatigue induced by prolonged gum mastication in individuals with temporomandibular disorders (TMD).
- Trial name
- NCT07273123
- Testing
- Mastication of sugar-free chewing gum
- Where
- Italy
- Volunteers
- 30 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Milan
Chewing Problem, Mastication Disorder
Masticatory Side-switch and Mixing Ability.
The main aim of this cross-over intervention study is to assess the effect of masticatory side-switch frequency on different aspects of masticatory function, including masticatory mixing ability and rhythm.
- Trial name
- NCT05173259
- Testing
- F, R, L
- Where
- Spain
- Volunteers
- 36 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Barcelona