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Clinical trial Recruiting at 2 sites Interventional

Evaluating the effectiveness of surgical guides for zygomatic implants

Official title: PRECISION OF SURGICAL GUIDES FOR PLACEMENT OF EXTRA-LARGE DENTAL IMPLANTS. A PILOT STUDY

Run by Universidad Complutense de Madrid · NCT06737289 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if using special guides for placing zygomatic implants is more accurate and causes less pain than the usual freehand method for patients aged 18-80.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
SexAll
Enrollment20 (estimated)
SponsorUniversidad Complutense de Madrid
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionschemotherapy
Locations2 sites (Madrid and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 11, 2024
Main results expectedJune 12, 2025
Study endsOctober 12, 2025
Registry record updatedDecember 20, 2024
Trial IDNCT06737289 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-80 who require zygomatic implants and meet specific health criteria.

Probably not a fit

Patients with a history of smoking, alcoholism, or recent oncological treatments 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 aims to assess the accuracy of guided surgical splints in the placement of zygomatic implants compared to traditional freehand techniques. It will involve patients aged 18-80 who consent to undergo preoperative and postoperative imaging. The study will analyze variations in implant placement accuracy based on implant length and location, as well as evaluate pain levels and surgical time associated with the guided technique. The use of advanced imaging software will facilitate precise comparisons of outcomes.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the safety and effectiveness of zygomatic implant procedures for patients.

How similar studies have gone: While the use of surgical guides is gaining traction, this study is among the first to directly compare guided and freehand techniques in zygomatic implant placement.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria 
Inclusion Criteria:

• Age between 18-80 years of age, patients who sign the informed consent form and patients who consent to undergo preoperative and postoperative orthopantomography and CT scans.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Smoking (more than 10 cigarettes per day).
* Alcoholism (more than 25g/day in women and more than 40g/day in men according to WHO criteria),
* Oncological treatment (history of treatment in the last 6 months or current treatment with chemotherapy or radiotherapy).
* History of head and neck radiotherapy.
* Allergic to anesthetics or antibiotics.

Where it's running

  • Jesus
    Madrid, Spain     Recruiting
  • Ucm
    Madrid, Spain     Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.