Short implants vs. longer implants with bone graft for back upper jaw
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to replace missing teeth in the back of the upper jaw: using a very short implant (4 mm) or a slightly longer implant (8 mm) with a bone graft. The goal is to see which approach gives better results and how patients feel afterwards.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older and can sign a consent form.
- You are not pregnant or planning to become pregnant during the study.
- Your gums and teeth are generally healthy, with less than 20% plaque on your teeth.
- You have missing teeth in the back upper jaw that have healed for at least 4 months since extraction, and there is enough bone in that area (about 5-6 mm in height and 6.5 mm in width).
- You need a bridge or similar restoration supported by several implants in that area.
- You have not had implants placed in the same area before, and you are not undergoing orthodontic treatment.
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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