Comparing two techniques for increasing jaw bone before dental implants

Alveolar Ridge Expansion During Indirect Sinus Lift Procedures--A Comparison of Two Surgical Techiques

Observational Ohio State University · NCT06871657

This study is testing two different surgical methods to see which one helps healthy adults get better jaw bone before getting dental implants.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment30 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
SponsorOhio State University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Columbus, Ohio)
Trial IDNCT06871657 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to compare two surgical techniques, osseocondensation and osseodensification, used to enhance bone volume in the jaw prior to dental implant placement. It involves healthy adults who are planning to receive dental implants, focusing on differences in wound healing, bone density, and patient experience between the two techniques. The study will analyze implant sites treated with each method to determine which technique yields better outcomes. The findings could provide valuable insights into optimizing surgical approaches for dental implants.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are healthy adults aged 18-75 who require a dental implant and meet specific bone volume criteria.

Not a fit: Patients with sufficient bone volume for implant placement without augmentation or those requiring additional procedures may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical techniques that enhance healing and outcomes for patients receiving dental implants.

How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on each technique individually, this study is novel as it directly compares osseocondensation and osseodensification techniques.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* 18-75 years old
* Systemically healthy
* No contraindications for implant placement surgery
* No chronic sinus problems
* Non-smoker
* Minimum ridge width of 3 mm and ridge height of 5 mm

Exclusion Criteria:

* need for ENT specialist clearance due to active problems in relation to ear, not, throat related chronic problems
* sufficient bone volume to perform implant placement without ridge augmentation
* Require guided bone regeneration prior to implant placement
* Need to wear a removable temporary restoration during healing

Where this trial is running

Columbus, Ohio

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Dental ImplantSinus Floor Augmentation
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.