Impact of Atypical Swallowing on Periodontal Health in Adults
Summary
The NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry has posted NCT07534306, an observational study examining the prevalence of atypical (dysfunctional) swallowing in adults with periodontitis. The study will investigate correlations between abnormal tongue thrust patterns and clinical oral manifestations including dental mobility and periodontal deterioration. Researchers will collect data through patient questionnaires and clinical evaluations to assess how incorrect lingual posture affects tooth-supporting tissues.
What changed
The NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry added a new observational study (NCT07534306) focused on evaluating how atypical (dysfunctional) swallowing patterns characterized by abnormal tongue thrust correlate with periodontal disease progression in adults. The study will analyze patient-reported data and clinical evaluation results to determine the impact of incorrect lingual posture and pressure on tooth-supporting tissue integrity.
Affected parties include dental and periodontal healthcare providers conducting or referring patients for periodontal treatment, as well as clinical investigators involved in oral health research. The study findings may inform future clinical guidelines on screening for dysfunctional swallowing in periodontal patients, though this observational study does not create immediate compliance obligations.
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Impact of Atypical Swallowing on Periodontal Health in Adults
Observational NCT07534306 Kind: OBSERVATIONAL Apr 16, 2026
Abstract
This study aims to evaluate the prevalence of atypical (dysfunctional) swallowing in an adult population affected by periodontitis. The research investigates the correlation between dysfunctional swallowing patterns-characterized by abnormal tongue thrust-and clinical oral manifestations such as dental mobility and the worsening of periodontal conditions. By analyzing data collected through patient questionnaires and clinical evaluations, the study seeks to highlight how incorrect lingual posture and pressure can negatively influence the integrity of the tooth-supporting tissues in adults.
Conditions: Atypical Swallowing, Periodontal Disease
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