Salivary Evaluation in Healthy Volunteers
Launched by NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF DENTAL AND CRANIOFACIAL RESEARCH (NIDCR) · Nov 3, 1999
Trial Information
Current as of May 14, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
* Objective: To obtain data from healthy volunteers for comparison with data from patients with salivary dysfunction.
* Study population: Healthy volunteers aged 18-70 years old
* Design: Observational
* Outcome measures: Clinical and basic science data to serve as controls for comparisons with subjects presenting with salivary gland dysfunction
Saliva is critical in maintaining oral health and comfort. Our laboratory has investigated several disorders of salivary glands. The purpose of this protocol is to obtain data from healthy volunteers for comparison with data from patients with sali...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- * INCLUSION CRITERIA:
- • Healthy male or female volunteers from 18 to 70 years old.
- • Ability to understand and sign an informed consent document.
- EXCLUSION CRITERIA:
- • Known pregnancy.
- • Chronic medical illness, other than well-controlled hypertension or hyperlipidemia.
- • Chronic use of medications, with the exception of oral contraceptives, hormone replacement therapy, antihypertensives and antilipemics.
- • Have problems with dry mouth and/or dry eyes.
- • NIH employees who are subordinates/relatives/co-workers of investigators.
About National Institute Of Dental And Craniofacial Research (Nidcr)
The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) is a pivotal component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) dedicated to advancing the understanding, prevention, and treatment of dental and craniofacial disorders. Through innovative research and clinical trials, NIDCR aims to enhance oral health and improve the quality of life for individuals affected by these conditions. The institute fosters collaboration among scientists, clinicians, and public health professionals to translate research findings into practical applications, ensuring that the latest advancements benefit patients and communities. With a commitment to excellence in research and education, NIDCR plays a critical role in shaping the future of oral health care.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Bethesda, Maryland, United States
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Blake M Warner, D.D.S.
Principal Investigator
National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR)
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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