Comparing two techniques for placing dental implants
Randomized Clinical Study Comparing Two Guided Surgery Techniques for Free-end Implant Placement: A Multicenter Study
This study is testing two different methods for placing dental implants to see which one works better for people with missing teeth.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 20 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Aula Dental Avanzada Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Alicante, Alicante and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06764654 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical study is a randomized multicenter trial that evaluates the accuracy of two different guided surgery techniques for placing dental implants in patients with partial edentulism. The study focuses on comparing dento-osseous supported and dento-mucosal supported surgical splints to determine which method yields better results in posterior osseous ridges. Participants will receive dental implants based on the chosen technique, and the outcomes will be assessed for accuracy and effectiveness.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients with a posterior edentulous area from the second premolar onwards who are eligible for dental implant placement.
Not a fit: Patients with contraindications such as allergies, neurological symptoms, or infections in the surgical area may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the precision of dental implant placements, leading to better patient outcomes and satisfaction.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with guided surgery techniques for dental implants, indicating that this approach is supported by existing evidence.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients who present to one of the two participating clinics with a posterior edentulous area starting from the second premolar. * Patients in whom the placement of dental implants is not contraindicated. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with hypersensitivities or allergies that contraindicate the intervention. * Presence of orofacial neurological symptoms. * Patients treated with bisphosphonates. * Pregnant or breastfeeding women, or women undergoing contraceptive treatment. * Signs of infection in the surgical area. * Need for unconventional surgical procedures (e.g., split crest, vertical regeneration, block graft). * Lack of patient cooperation.
Where this trial is running
Alicante, Alicante and 1 other locations
- Clínica Dental Esteve — Alicante, Alicante, Spain (Recruiting)
- Clínica Dental Sánchez Nicolás — Cabezo de Torres, Murcia, Spain (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Guillem Esteve-Pardo, PhD
- Email: guillem@clinicaesteve.es
- Phone: +34 965215755
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.