Gum thickening around dental implants: comparing three methods
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial compares three techniques to thicken gum tissue around a single dental implant in the back of the lower jaw. It may help if you have thin gums and need a dental implant.
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Who can take part
- Age 20 or older
- Missing at least one tooth in the back of your lower jaw and need a single implant there
- Thin gum tissue (less than 2 mm thick)
- Good overall health (no serious medical conditions)
- Non-smoker (no cigarettes, vaping, or other tobacco use)
- 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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