Healing and stability of special vs. standard dental implants
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial compares two types of dental implants—a special 'hydrophilic' surface implant and a standard titanium implant—to see which one helps your jawbone and gums heal better and stay stable. If you need to replace two or more missing teeth in your lower jaw, this study might offer you a newer implant option.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You need to replace at least two missing teeth in your lower jaw.
- You have enough jawbone to support the implants.
- You do not have uncontrolled diabetes, severe heart or blood vessel problems, or an active infection.
- You have not taken or are not taking medications called bisphosphonates (like Fosamax) by mouth or through an IV.
- You do not currently smoke or have untreated gum disease.
- You are willing to come back for all follow-up visits and have good oral hygiene.
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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