Comparing a new 3D tunneling technique with a modified coronally advanced tunnel plus connective tissue graft for treating multiple RT2 gingival recession.

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This interventional comparison tests a novel 3D tunneling (3DT) surgical approach against the modified coronally advanced tunnel (MCAT) combined with connective tissue grafts for managing multiple adjacent Cairo RT2 gingival recessions. Eligible adults with good oral hygiene and healthy systemic status will receive one of the two root-coverage procedures and be followed with standard clinical measurements of recession depth and papilla/interdental root coverage. The protocol excludes smokers, pregnant or lactating patients, those with restored or non-carious cervical lesions, recent periodontal surgery at the site, or systemic compromise. The goal is to document whether 3DT provides better interdental root coverage and longer-term stability than MCAT with grafting.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Buccal and lingual multiple adjacent recession defects classified as Cairo et al RT2.
* Age ≥18 years
* Full mouth plaque index score less than 20% O'Leary et al. 1972
* Patients with healthy systemic condition
* Clinical indication and/or patient request for root coverage

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with systemically compromised health
* Periodontal surgical treatment during the previous 24 months in the involved site
* Pregnant or lactating mothers
* Smokers
* Non-compliant patients
* Restored teeth
* Non-carious cervical lesion

Where it's running

• Cairo University
  Cairo, AlManial, Egypt Recruiting

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.