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VDR and TFIP11 Gene Polymorphism and Gene-environmental Interaction in Adults

Completed
Conditions
Low Caries Experience
High Caries Experience
Interventions
Genetic: high caries experience
Registration Number
NCT04124718
Lead Sponsor
Recep Tayyip Erdogan University Training and Research Hospital
Brief Summary

VDR and TFIP11 Gene polymorphism and gene-environment interactions on caries etiology and susceptibility in adults.

Detailed Description

To date, genes can be grouped into categories based on the factor influencing dental caries. The major candidate gene categories to date include enamel formation genes, immune response genes, genes related to saliva, and genes related to taste and dietary habits.

TFIP11 and VDR genes are related to enamel formation genes

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
160
Inclusion Criteria
  • adult be between 24 and 40 years old
  • subject has DMFT (Decayed, Missing, Filled, Permanent Tooth) DMFT≤4 , or, DMFT>13.9
Exclusion Criteria
  • systemic or genetic disorders
  • orthodontic appliances
  • pregnant women

Study & Design

Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Study Design
Not specified
Arm && Interventions
GroupInterventionDescription
high caries experiencehigh caries experience80 adults will be allowed in the high caries experience group according to DMFT index DMFT\>13.9
low caries experiencehigh caries experience80 adults will be allowed in the high caries experience group according toDMFT index DMFT≤4
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
past caries experience3 weeks

Each tooth will be examined and recorded as decayed, missing, or filled

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Plaque index3 weeks

The plaque amount is scored by using Silness\&Löe Plaque Index plaque index PI\<1.0 healthy PI 1.1-2.0 mild PI\>2 high plaque

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Recep Tayyip Erdogan University Dentistry Faculty

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Rize, Turkey

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