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Compares treatment options for Free Gingival Graft
Official title Clinical Evaluation of a Modified Technique for Free Gingival Graft Stabilization Using Titanium Fixation Tacs Around Implants Versus Conventional Suturing Technique
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07019428
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The aim of this randomized, controlled, parallel-grouped, clinical trial is to evaluate the width of keratinized gingiva after free gingival graft stabilized by titanium fixation tacs compared to traditional suturing. Research question: In patients with inadequate keratinized gingiva undergoing soft tissue augmentation by free gingival graft , will graft stabilization using Titanium fixation tacs affect the amount of keratinized tissue gain compared to graft stabilization using sutures ?
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 40. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Systemically healthy individuals of age ≥ 18 to 40 years with absence of active periodontal disease.
- Having inadequate width of keratinized gingiva (\< 2 mm).
- No systemic disease according to Modified Cornell Medical Index health questionnaire
- Non-smoker.
- Full mouth plaque index (PI) and full-mouth bleeding on probing (BOP) score of ≤ 15%.
You likely can't join if
- Active orthodontic treatment.
- Previous periodontal surgery.
- Systemic disease.
- Use of blood thinners.
- Use of any drugs that might lead to gingival enlargement.
- Mucogingival stress, bruxism.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Systemically healthy individuals of age ≥ 18 to 40 years with absence of active periodontal disease.
- Having inadequate width of keratinized gingiva (\< 2 mm).
- No systemic disease according to Modified Cornell Medical Index health questionnaire
- Non-smoker.
- Full mouth plaque index (PI) and full-mouth bleeding on probing (BOP) score of ≤ 15%.
- No malocclusion, crowding, fillings, missing or supernumerary mandibular anterior teeth.
- No blood-borne conditions.
- Active orthodontic treatment.
- Previous periodontal surgery.
- Systemic disease.
- Use of blood thinners.
- Use of any drugs that might lead to gingival enlargement.
- Mucogingival stress, bruxism.
- Pregnancy or lactation.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Cairo, Egypt
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 listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 40 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Cairo, Egypt. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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