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New treatment option for Gummy Smile
Official title Comparison Between Liquid Fibrin and Soft Laser Effects on Healing and Relapse After Lip Repositioning Surgery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07532161
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- A gummy smile can negatively affect a patient's self-confidence and satisfaction with their appearance, leading many individuals to seek effective esthetic solutions. The etiology of this condition varies and may include vertical maxillary excess, short upper lip, hyperactive upper lip, gingival enlargement, or altered passive eruption.
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 50
You may be able to join if
- Patients of both genders.
- Patients presenting with a gummy smile in the maxillary anterior region (more than 3 mm) due to upper lip hypermobility.
- Age 18-50 years.
- Systemically healthy individuals, classified as ASA physical status I or II according to the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA)...
- Patients with good oral hygiene, defined as an O'Leary Plaque Index ≤ 40%.
You likely can't join if
- Pregnancy and lactation.
- Individuals with a previous history of receiving facial Botox or filler injections.
- Systemic diseases or conditions that contraindicate the use of local anesthesia.
- Any physical condition that impairs the ability to perform proper oral hygiene measures.
- Patients who are smokers or alcohol consumers.
- Inability or unwillingness to cooperate.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients of both genders.
- Patients presenting with a gummy smile in the maxillary anterior region (more than 3 mm) due to upper lip hypermobility.
- Age 18-50 years.
- Systemically healthy individuals, classified as ASA physical status I or II according to the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) classification; that is, patients without systemic disease or with mild...
- Patients with good oral hygiene, defined as an O'Leary Plaque Index ≤ 40%.
- No previous lip repositioning surgery.
- Pregnancy and lactation.
- Individuals with a previous history of receiving facial Botox or filler injections.
- Systemic diseases or conditions that contraindicate the use of local anesthesia.
- Any physical condition that impairs the ability to perform proper oral hygiene measures.
- Patients who are smokers or alcohol consumers.
- Inability or unwillingness to cooperate.
- In adequate width of attached gingiva.
- Vertical maxillary excess (moderate to severe) requiring orthognathic intervention.
- Short upper lip
- Gingival display primarily caused by altered passive eruption requiring crown lengthening.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Damascus, Rif-dimashq Governorate, Syria
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 50 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Damascus, Rif-dimashq Governorate, Syria. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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