Comparing two techniques for increasing jaw bone before dental implants
Alveolar Ridge Expansion During Indirect Sinus Lift Procedures--A Comparison of Two Surgical Techiques
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 type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 75 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ohio State University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Columbus, Ohio) |
| Trial ID | NCT06871657 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
- The Ohio State University College of Dentistry — Columbus, Ohio, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Binnaz Leblebicioglu, DDS, MS, PhD — Ohio State University
- Study coordinator: Binnaz Leblebibioglu, DDS, MS, PhD
- Email: leblebicioglu.1@osu.edu
- Phone: 614-292-0371
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.