3D-printed versus standard fillings for large back-tooth cavities
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study compares two types of tooth-colored fillings for large cavities in back teeth. One is a new 3D-printed filling, and the other is a directly placed composite; the goal is to see which performs better over time.
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Who can take part
- You are 22 to 45 years old and in good general health.
- You have a moderate-size cavity in a permanent back tooth that involves the biting surface and a side of the tooth.
- Your overall risk for new cavities is low to moderate, and you maintain good oral hygiene.
- You do not have signs of irreversible pulpitis (severe, lingering tooth pain) or infection around the tooth root.
- You do not grind or clench your teeth, and you have no jaw joint problems.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding and have no allergies to dental materials.
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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