Comparing flapless and flap surgery techniques for dental implants

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 study evaluates the differences in keratinized mucosa after dental implant placement using two techniques: a flapless approach and traditional flap surgery with connective tissue grafts. It focuses on patients with partial edentulism in the posterior region who have sufficient bone volume for implant placement. The study utilizes computer-guided implantology to enhance precision and outcomes. Participants will be monitored for variations in keratinized mucosa following the procedures.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 18+
* Patients with partial edentulism in the posterior region (4-7) upper or lower for at least 3 months
* Patient whose tomographic examination shows adequate bone volumes for computer guided placement of a standard diameter implant (\> 3.5 mm) without the need for bone regeneration procedures
* Patients who have accepted informed consent and participation in the study
* Patients who do not have exclusion criteria

Eclusion Criteria

* Patients who refuse to co-operate
* Systemic conditions of exclusion:

  * Medical conditions requiring prolonged use of steroids
  * Severe hemophilia
  * In therapy with intravenous bisphosphonates
  * History of white blood cell dysfunction or deficiency
  * History of head and neck radiotherapy or chemotherapy
  * History of kidney failure
  * Pregnant or breastfeeding patient
  * History of uncontrolled endocrine disorders
  * Physical handicaps that hinder proper oral hygiene
  * Use of experimental devices or drugs within 30 days prior to implant placement surgery
  * Alcoholism or drug abuse
  * Smokers of\> 10 cigarettes per day or the equivalent cigar or\> 10 tobacco-based chewings per day
  * Conditions or circumstances that prevent the completion of participation in the study or interfere with the analysis of the study results

Local exclusion conditions:

* Local inflammation, including untreated periodontitis
* Patients with erosive lichen planus
* History of local radiation therapy
* Presence of bone lesions
* Unhealed extraction sites
* History of bone reconstruction and bone grafting techniques in the sites where the implants are to be inserted
* Bruxism
* Bleeding index\> 30% and number of pockets\> 5mm greater than 10

Where it's running

• Clinica Odontoiatrica Giorgio Vogel
  Milan, Mi, Italy 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.