Gum graft alternatives for dental implant support
This study compares two ways to add healthy gum tissue around dental implants: one uses a special gum graft material, the other uses a piece of your own gum. It aims to see which method works better for keeping implants stable and healthy.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older and in good general health.
- You have had dental implant surgery and are missing some or all teeth.
- The gum around your implant is thinner than 2 mm but thicker than 0.5 mm.
- You need a gum graft procedure either when the implant is uncovered or later when it is in use.
- You have healthy gums around the implant and practice good oral hygiene.
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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