Adding ridges to dentures for better fit and comfort
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests adding small ridges (called palatal rugae) to a complete upper denture to see if it makes patients more satisfied and improves their quality of life related to oral health. It may help dentures feel more natural and stable.
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Who can take part
- You are between 45 and 80 years old.
- You have had no natural teeth (or a denture) for at least 3 months.
- You have never had a full upper denture before.
- Your upper and lower jaws align normally (called Class I relationship).
- You are willing to come back for follow-up visits and do not have a strong gag reflex or certain medical conditions.
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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