Effects of abutment connection and disconnection on dental implants
Impact of Connection and Disconnection of the Transepithelial Abutment in Dental Implants
This study is testing if connecting and disconnecting parts of dental implants affects bone health and patient satisfaction, focusing on a method that places the final part during the first surgery to see if it helps.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 32 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Valencia Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | chemotherapy |
| Locations | 2 sites (Valencia and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06629961 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the impact of connecting and disconnecting abutments on dental implants, focusing on how these actions affect bone loss and patient satisfaction. It aims to determine the effectiveness of a 'one abutment, one time' protocol, which suggests placing the definitive abutment during the initial surgery to prevent complications during healing. The research will involve healthy adult patients who require dental implants for crowns in the posterior mandible or maxilla, assessing their peri-implant tissue health and stability. The study will also evaluate the relationship between abutment management and the health of the surrounding bone and mucosal tissues.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are healthy, partially edentulous adults needing at least two dental implants for crowns in the posterior mandible or maxilla.
Not a fit: Patients with medical conditions contraindicating implant surgery or those requiring bone grafts will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved protocols for dental implant procedures, enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have indicated issues with abutment connection and disconnection, suggesting that this approach may provide valuable insights into improving dental implant protocols.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Healthy partially edentulous adult patients needing at least two implants for the placement of single or consecutive crowns in the posterior mandible or maxilla will be recruited. * These patients should exhibit a plaque index and gingival bleeding index of less than 25%, and have sufficient bone height and width for the placement of dental implants measuring 8 or 10 mm in length and 3.5 or 4 mm in diameter. * Additionally, they must have at least 2 mm of keratinized vestibular gingiva, stable occlusion, and a periodontium in good health Exclusion Criteria: * Edentulous areas requiring bone grafts will be excluded. * Patients with medical conditions contraindicating implant surgery, such as severe bruxism or inadequate oral hygiene. * Pregnant or lactating women, patients undergoing bisphosphonate therapy, those receiving chemotherapy or radiotherapy in the head and neck area, non-compliant patients with incomplete data records, and those who do not attend regular follow-up appointments will also be excluded.
Where this trial is running
Valencia and 1 other locations
- Clínica Odontológica de la Universitat de Valencia, Fundación Lluis Alcanyis — Valencia, Spain (Completed)
- Facultad de Medicina y Odontología de la Universitat de València — Valencia, Spain (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: DAVID PEÑARROCHA, Professor
- Email: david.penarrocha@uv.es
- Phone: 697348312
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.