Effect of different materials on healing after gum graft surgery
Official title: The Influence of Periodontal Dressings (Ora-Aid) and Various Materials on the Donor Site's Quality of Life After Free Gingival Graft Surgery
Run by Izmir Katip Celebi University · NCT06782035 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests whether different materials used after gum graft surgery can help patients heal better and feel less pain.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 85 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 36 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Izmir Katip Celebi University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Izmir) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | January 2, 2025 |
| Main results expected | March 30, 2025 |
| Study ends | May 25, 2025 |
| Registry record updated | January 17, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06782035 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are systemically healthy adults aged 18-85 with insufficient attached gingiva who are non-smokers and not on regular medication.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with systemic diseases, those who smoke, or individuals who have previously undergone grafting in the same area may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the impact of various materials, including Ora-Aid oral wound dressing, platelet-rich fibrin, and palatal stents, on the quality of life at the donor site following free gingival graft surgery. The research focuses on patients with insufficient attached gingiva, aiming to improve healing and reduce complications such as pain and delayed recovery. Participants will be monitored for postoperative outcomes to determine the effectiveness of these interventions in enhancing recovery.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could significantly improve the healing process and quality of life for patients undergoing gum graft surgery.
How similar studies have gone: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific combination of materials in the context of free gingival graft surgery is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Systemically healthy Non-smoker Insufficient attached gingiva Not using any medication regularly Age 18-85 years No previous graft taken from the same area Not in pregnancy or lactation period Agreement to participate in the study and sign the "Informed Consent Form" Exclusion Criteria: Systemic disease Regular systemic medication use Under 18 years old Pregnant or breastfeeding women Smoker Previous graft taken from the same area
Where it's running
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Izmir Katip Celebi University Faculty of Dentistry Department of Periodontology
Izmir, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.