Status:

COMPLETED

Impact of 2D:4D Ratio on Oral Hygiene and Gingival Health

Lead Sponsor:

Okan University

Conditions:

Oral Hygiene

Gingivitis

Eligibility:

All Genders

18+ years

Brief Summary

The second-to-fourth digit ratio (2D:4D)-the ratio of the length of the index finger to that of the ring finger-has gained increasing attention as a non-invasive, stable biomarker of prenatal sex horm...

Detailed Description

Background and Rationale The second-to-fourth digit ratio (2D:4D)-the ratio of the length of the index finger to that of the ring finger-is a morphological index thought to reflect prenatal sex-hormon...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Systemically healthy University graduates or currently enrolled in a university program Presence of 28 natural teeth No orthodontic appliances or crown restorations in the oral cavity Non-smokers No previous oral hygiene instruction from a dental professional Clinical diagnosis of gingivitis

Exclusion

  • Presence of any systemic disease or condition that may affect periodontal health Not a university graduate and not currently enrolled in a university program Fewer than 28 natural teeth Orthodontic appliances or crown restorations present in the oral cavity Current smokers Previous oral hygiene instruction from a dental professional Clinical diagnosis of periodontitis

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

September 1 2023

Trial Type :

OBSERVATIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

August 1 2025

Estimated Enrollment :

126 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT07147998

Start Date

September 1 2023

End Date

August 1 2025

Last Update

August 29 2025

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İstanbul Okan University, Faculty of Dentistry

Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye), 34947