Comparing two types of healing abutments for dental implants
Comparison of Two Different Healing Abutments in Single Posterior Implants: A Randomized Clinical Trial
This study tests whether a standard or a custom healing abutment helps the soft tissue around dental implants heal better after three months for adults needing single posterior implants.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 24 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Alexandria University Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | radiation |
| Locations | 2 sites (Alexandria and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06682559 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial evaluates the effects of two different healing abutments on the soft tissue surrounding dental implants after three months. Participants will receive either a prefabricated healing abutment with a scan peg or a customized healing abutment, and the volumetric changes in peri-implant soft tissues will be analyzed. The study aims to determine which type of abutment promotes better healing and tissue volume. It involves adult patients requiring single posterior dental implants with specific eligibility criteria.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adult patients classified as ASA I or II who need single implants for missing mandibular posterior teeth.
Not a fit: Patients with uncontrolled systemic diseases, poor oral hygiene, or a history of head and neck radiation may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve healing outcomes and tissue volume for patients receiving dental implants.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown varying success with different types of healing abutments, but this specific comparison is novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patients who are classified as ASA I or II physical status and require mandibular single implants (single missing mandibular posterior teeth) with: 1. Proper bone height and width. 2. Adequate zone of keratinized tissue (at least 2 mm) Exclusion Criteria: * Any systematic disease as uncontrolled diabetes mellitus or metabolic bone diseases * Pregnancy and Lactation * A history of head and neck radiation treatment. * Chronic periodontal diseases. * Poor oral hygiene (Silness-Löe plaque index score 2 and 3) * Parafunctional habits.
Where this trial is running
Alexandria and 1 other locations
- Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University, Egypt — Alexandria, Egypt (Recruiting)
- Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University, Egypt — Alexandria, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Rania E Ramadan, PhD
- Email: rania.elsayed.dent@alexu.edu.eg
- Phone: 01008260154
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.