Salivary Cytokines, MMP-8 and Dental Caries in Osteoporosis Patients

This study examines saliva samples from patients with osteoporosis. The levels of cytokines and Matrix Metalloproteinase-8 (MMP-8) enzyme in saliva will be measured. Additionally, the dental caries status of participants will be evaluated. The aim of this study is to understand the relationship between osteoporosis and oral health. Only saliva samples will be collected from participants; no treatment or medication will be administered.

NCT Number	NCT07709247
Lead Sponsor	Afyonkarahisar Health Sciences University
Conditions	Osteoporosis, Dental Caries, Biomarkers, Matrix Metalloproteinase 8
Enrollment	50 participants
Start Date	2026-07-10
Primary Completion	2026-09-30 (estimated)
Study Completion	2027-07-10 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-07-16