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Office of Patient Recruitment

Healthy Volunteers Wanted

A female patient smiling comfortably while sitting in a dental chair

A dentist in blue gloves examining a female patient's teeth in a dental chair

Researchers are interested in looking at the oral bacteria and genotypes of people that present with periodontal disease at an early age (before age 35) or have a persistent decline in their periodontal status despite consistent and adequate oral hygiene care and treatment.

Study Details

  • 1 hour screening visit
  • 2 hour out-patient visit
  • An oral exam, medical and dental history
  • Dental X-rays and photos
  • Provide a blood, urine, and saliva sample
  • Gum Biopsy

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Location

The NIH Clinical Center is located in Bethesda, MD, conveniently accessible via the Metro Red Line (Medical Center stop).

For More Information

NIH Clinical Center Office of Patient Recruitment
833-JOIN-NIH
TTY users dial 7-1-1
Email: ccopr@nih.gov
Or go online
Refer to NIH study # 12-D-0100

Department of Health and Human Services
National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC)
National Institute of Dental And Craniofacial Research (NIDCR)