Rebuilding gum tissue between teeth: three methods compared
This study tests three different ways to rebuild the small triangle of gum between your teeth (called the papilla). If you have mild gum disease and missing gum tissue between your front teeth, you may be able to join.
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Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 50 years old.
- You have lost some gum tissue between your teeth (called a 'black triangle'), but not too severely.
- You have at least 3 millimeters of firm, healthy gum tissue attached to your teeth.
- You have mild to moderate gum disease (stage 1 or 2).
- You do not smoke, have no serious health problems, and are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
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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