U.S., Nov. 18 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07231198) titled 'Detection of Microplastics in Patients With Periodontitis - a Cross-sectional Study' on Nov. 13.
Brief Summary: Plastic particles known as microplastics are now a ubiquitous part of the environment. Human exposure to microplastics occurs through the consumption of contaminated food and polluted air, which affect the intestinal system. Several studies have detected the presence of microplastics in various parts of the human digestive system, e.g., in feces. Unfortunately, little is known about the presence of microplastics in the mouth as the primary part of the digestive system. Periodontal pockets can be considered an ideal deposit...