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Compares treatment options for Severe Atrophy of the Edentulous Maxilla
Official title "Tunnel" Flap vs Trapezoidal Flap for Lateral Sinus Lift
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06105489
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the efficacy of the lateral sinus lift procedure using the tunnel technique flap in comparison to the traditional lateral sinus lift in partially or totally edentulous patients with loss of teeth in the maxillary premolar or molar areas and severe alveolar atrophy. The primary questions it aims to answer are: 1.
- Time commitment: about 12 months
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- edentulous or partly edentulous patients with a unilateral loss of teeth in the maxillary premolar or molar areas
- severe alveolar atrophy and a residual severe alveolar ridge height up to 3 mm
You likely can't join if
- severe illness
- head and neck radiation therapy
- chemotherapy
- antiresorptive therapy
- uncontrolled diabetes
- uncontrolled periodontal disease
See the full eligibility criteria
- edentulous or partly edentulous patients with a unilateral loss of teeth in the maxillary premolar or molar areas
- severe alveolar atrophy and a residual severe alveolar ridge height up to 3 mm
- severe illness
- head and neck radiation therapy
- chemotherapy
- antiresorptive therapy
- uncontrolled diabetes
- uncontrolled periodontal disease
- smoking \>10 cigarettes per day
- facial or neck inflammatory or oncologic diseases
- obliteration of sinus ostium and osteomeatal complex
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Padova, Italy
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The study runs about 12 months per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Padova, Italy. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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