Comparing Two Gum Surgery Methods for Bone Defects
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study compares two surgical methods to repair bone loss caused by advanced gum disease. It tests whether adding a small piece of connective tissue (graft) under the gum improves healing and bone fill.
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Who can take part
- You are at least 18 years old
- You have good oral hygiene and can follow dentist instructions
- You are generally healthy (no conditions that slow healing)
- You have two separate areas of deep gum infection with bone loss (more than 3 mm) seen on X-ray
- The affected teeth either have healthy nerves or have had root canal treatment at least 6 months ago
- You do not smoke 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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