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Compares treatment options for Complete Edentulism
Official title Prosthetic Complications in Full-arch Screw-retained Implant Restorations Using Monolithic Zirconia Versus Titanium Frameworks: A Randomized Clinical Trial
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07657364
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to to compare the prosthetic complication rate and Oral Health-Related Quality of Life (OHRQoL) between screw-retained monolithic zirconia frameworks and CNC-milled titanium frameworks with zirconia superstructures in completely edentulous patients restored with full-arch implant-supported prostheses over a follow-up period of 12 months.
- 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 70
You may be able to join if
- Aged 18 years or older.
- Able to understand the study procedures and provide written informed consent.
- In good general health, classified as American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) Physical Status Class I or II.
- Completely edentulous in the arch to be treated (maxilla and/or mandible).
- A candidate for a full-arch, screw-retained implant-supported prosthesis, requiring 4 to 6 implants in the treatment arch.
You likely can't join if
- Medical contraindications:
- Uncontrolled diabetes (HbA1c \> 7.0%).
- History of radiotherapy in the head and neck region.
- History of intravenous bisphosphonate therapy.
- Immunosuppressed or immunocompromised status.
- Any other uncontrolled systemic disease that constitutes a contraindication for oral surgery.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Aged 18 years or older.
- Able to understand the study procedures and provide written informed consent.
- In good general health, classified as American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) Physical Status Class I or II.
- Completely edentulous in the arch to be treated (maxilla and/or mandible).
- A candidate for a full-arch, screw-retained implant-supported prosthesis, requiring 4 to 6 implants in the treatment arch.
- Sufficient bone volume at planned implant sites to place implants of at least 3.5mm in diameter and 8mm in length.
- Adequate crown height space (15-22 mm) for a fixed prosthesis.
- A zone of keratinized mucosa at the crest of the ridge measuring at least 2 mm in width.
- Opposing arch is fixed full-arch implant-supported prosthesis.
- Demonstrates acceptable oral hygiene and the motivation to maintain it.
- Medical contraindications:
- Uncontrolled diabetes (HbA1c \> 7.0%).
- History of radiotherapy in the head and neck region.
- History of intravenous bisphosphonate therapy.
- Immunosuppressed or immunocompromised status.
- Any other uncontrolled systemic disease that constitutes a contraindication for oral surgery.
- Behavioral Factors:
- Heavy smoking, defined as consumption of more than 10 cigarettes per day.
- Presence of parafunctional habits (e.g., bruxism, clenching) as diagnosed by clinical examination.
- Local Oral Factors:
- Active, untreated periodontal disease in any remaining dentition.
- Presence of acute oral infection or pathology at the intended surgical site.
- Crown height space less than 15 mm or more than 22 mm.
- Insufficient keratinized mucosa (\< 2 mm width) that cannot be corrected with a simple surgical procedure prior to implant placement.
- General:
- Pregnancy or lactation.
- Participation in another treatment clinical trial.
- Perceived inability to comply with the study protocol and follow-up schedule.
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 70 years. 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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