Comparing two techniques for treating gum recession

Patient Centered Outcomes and Stability of Root Coverage by Novel Overlapping Rotated Double (NORD) Flap as Compared to Sub Epithelial Connective Tissue Graft in Isolated Recession type1 Gingival Recession-A Randomized Controlled Trial

NA · Postgraduate Institute of Dental Sciences Rohtak · NCT05844254

This study is testing two different methods for treating gum recession to see which one helps people aged 18-45 have better results and fewer problems.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment60 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 45 Years
SexAll
SponsorPostgraduate Institute of Dental Sciences Rohtak (other)
Locations1 site (Rohtak, Haryana)
Trial IDNCT05844254 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial compares the effectiveness of the novel overlapping rotated double (NORD) flap technique against the traditional subepithelial connective tissue graft for treating gingival recession. The study focuses on patients aged 18-45 with specific types of gingival recession and aims to determine which method provides better root coverage outcomes with fewer complications. By evaluating clinical outcomes, the trial seeks to identify a less invasive and more efficient approach to managing gum recession. The goal is to improve patient comfort and long-term results in gum health.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are non-smoking individuals aged 18-45 with specific types of gingival recession and good oral hygiene.

Not a fit: Patients with systemic conditions affecting wound healing, pregnant or lactating women, and those undergoing orthodontic treatment may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a less invasive and more effective treatment option for patients suffering from gingival recession.

How similar studies have performed: While traditional techniques have been effective, the NORD flap is a novel approach that has not been extensively tested in previous studies.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* • Age 18-45 years

  * Non smokers (current and past smokers
  * Plaque index ≤1,Gingival index≤1
  * RT1(Miller's class I and class II)gingival recession, that is, GR with no loss of inter proximal attachment
  * Probing depth ≤3 mm
  * Width of attached gingiva≥3 mm on the mesial and distal sides of the recipient tooth.
  * Adequate vestibular depth

Exclusion Criteria:

* • Patients with a history of any systemic condition that might alter the course of disease and

  * or wound healing such as diabetes mellitus, immunologic disorders, cardio-vascular disease etc.

    * Pregnant and lactating women.
    * Patients with immature tooth.
    * Patients with tooth fracture or tooth mobility
    * Patients receiving treatment with antibiotics, statins, glucocorticoids, bisphosphonates or any other modulatory drug.
    * Patients undergoing orthodontic treatment

Where this trial is running

Rohtak, Haryana

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.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Gingival Recession, Sub epithelial connective tissue graft, patient centered outcomes, phenotype

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