CHEER Oral Health in Pregnancy Study
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Conditions studied: Gingivitis, Dental Health, Pregnancy, Pregnancy Outcomes, Randomized Controlled Trial, Periodontal Disease, Gum Disease
In brief
Many pregnant people don't get the dental care they need, even though it's safe and important. The CHEER Study offers free dental check-ups, cleanings, and supplies to help participants take care of their teeth and gums during pregnancy. The purpose of this research study is to compare two types of noninvasive oral health interventions to evaluate their effectiveness. We want to learn if one method is more effective in supporting oral health and improving pregnancy outcomes. There are two aims of this study: Aim 1: To evaluate whether a structured oral health intervention reduces periodontal inflammation during pregnancy and postpartum in pregnant people with indicators of periodontal disease. Aim 2: To assess whether a structured oral health intervention is associated with changes in oral health behaviors or birth outcomes in pregnant people with periodontal disease.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT07377344
- Run by
- University of California, San Francisco
- People needed
- 160
- Starts
- 2026-06-01
- Expected to finish
- 2028-06-01
- Last updated by the study team
- 2026-04-07
Who can join
Age: 18 and older. Sex: female. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Pregnant individuals aged 18 years or older with indications of periodontal diseases (gingivitis or mild periodontitis, moderate to severe periodontitis)
- Less than 20 weeks pregnancy at time of enrollment
- Has dental insurance (Medi-Cal or private coverage)
- Willing and able to provide informed consent
- Planning to receive ongoing prenatal care at study-affiliated clinics
- Access to a mobile phone for receiving text messages
You may not qualify if…
- Presence of systemic diseases or medical conditions that require antibiotic prophylaxis for dental procedures
- Current immunosuppressive therapy/use of anti-inflammatory medications
- Receipt of active periodontal treatment within the past 6 months
- Complete edentulism (no natural teeth)
- Unable to read and write English
- Less than 9th grade education
- Enrollment in another oral interventional study
Where it is running
- UCSF Dental Center — San Francisco, California, United States
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