Testing the timing of gum grafts for dental implants
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial studies the best time to do a gum graft (free gingival graft) for people who need dental implants but have narrow jawbone. It compares doing the graft at the same time as other implant procedures versus later, to see which leads to better outcomes.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older
- You need one or more dental implants in at least one area of your mouth
- Your jawbone in that area is narrow (5 mm or less) as measured by a dentist
- You have good oral hygiene (low plaque levels)
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- You do not have active infections, uncontrolled diabetes, liver or kidney problems, or take medications that affect bone healing
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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