Comparing short versus longer implants in the upper jaw
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial compares very short (4 mm) implants to slightly longer (8 mm) implants with a bone graft in the back upper jaw. It aims to see which option works better for holding a dental bridge, potentially avoiding a sinus lift procedure.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You do not smoke 10 or more cigarettes per day.
- You are not allergic to penicillin.
- You do not have an uncontrolled disease or take medications that affect bone healing.
- You need new teeth (implant-supported bridge) in the back of your upper jaw.
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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