Maxillary sinus floor elevation using a buccal bony window technique
Official title: Clinical Application Strategies of Maxillary Sinus Buccal Bony Window With Different Residual Bone Heights in Lateral Maxillary Sinus Floor Elevation
Run by The Dental Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine · NCT05315791 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new surgical method for raising the maxillary sinus floor to see which technique works best for patients with different amounts of remaining bone.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | The Dental Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Hangzhou, Zhejiang) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | March 10, 2022 |
| Main results expected | March 2, 2023 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2032 |
| Registry record updated | April 7, 2022 |
| Trial ID | NCT05315791 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are individuals with a missing maxillary posterior tooth for at least 3 months and a residual bone height of 5mm or less.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with untreated systemic diseases, severe periodontal issues, or certain bone diseases 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 clinical trial aims to evaluate different surgical methods for maxillary sinus floor elevation in patients with varying residual bone heights. Investigators will recruit 60 participants who require this procedure and will utilize a buccal bony window approach during surgery. The study will involve collecting and analyzing CBCT data to determine the most effective surgical technique for each patient's specific condition. By comparing outcomes from different methods, the trial seeks to optimize surgical strategies for better patient results.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical techniques for maxillary sinus floor elevation, enhancing patient outcomes and recovery.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promising results with similar surgical approaches, indicating potential for success in this trial.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * A single maxillary posterior tooth was missing, and the missing time was ≥ 3 months * Gingival distance ≥ 4mm * Residual bone height ≤ 5mm and residual bone width ≥ 6mm * Good systemic health * CBCT image was complete and clear, and there was no obvious artifact affecting the measurement * Informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Untreated diabetes or other serious systemic diseases * Untreated periodontal disease * Uncontrolled periapical lesions of adjacent teeth * Certain bone diseases such as osteoporosis and osteosclerosis * Severe night bruxism * Mental illness * Pregnant or breast-feeding patients.
Where it's running
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The Affiliated Hospital of Stomatology, Zhejiang University School of Medicine
Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China 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.