Bone preservation after tooth removal
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study compares two ways of caring for the bone after a tooth is pulled, to see which better preserves the bone for a future dental implant. If you need a tooth removed, this could help keep your jaw healthy and ready for a replacement.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You need to have a tooth pulled.
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking birth control pills.
- You do not smoke.
- You do not have uncontrolled health conditions, an autoimmune disease, or a history of traumatic extraction.
- You are not taking certain medications (like bisphosphonates or blood thinners) and have not had chemotherapy or radiation therapy.
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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