Non-surgical treatment for gum disease around dental implants
A Comparison of Two Different Mechanical Interventions in Non-Surgical Peri-implantitis Treatment
NA · Kutahya Health Sciences University · NCT06514677
This study is testing two different non-surgical treatments for gum disease around dental implants to see which one works better for patients with this condition.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 99 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Kutahya Health Sciences University (other) |
| Drugs / interventions | chemotherapy |
| Locations | 1 site (Kütahya) |
| Trial ID | NCT06514677 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of two different non-surgical treatments for peri-implantitis, a condition affecting dental implants. A total of 60 patients with mild to moderate peri-implantitis will be randomly assigned to receive either ultrasonic carbon tip debridement or titanium curette treatment. Clinical parameters such as bleeding on probing, probing pocket depth, and radiographic bone levels will be assessed at multiple time points over a year to determine the efficacy of each treatment method. The study seeks to provide insights into the best non-surgical approach for managing this common dental complication.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older with mild to moderate peri-implantitis and systemically healthy status.
Not a fit: Patients with severe peri-implantitis, mobile implants, or those with active periodontal disease may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved non-surgical treatment options for patients suffering from peri-implantitis, potentially preserving their dental implants.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results with non-surgical treatments for peri-implantitis, indicating that this approach is both viable and potentially effective.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Adult patients (≥18 years old) 2. Systemically healthy (ASA class 1 and ASA class 2) 3. Full-mouth plaque scores ≤20% 4. Implant had been in function for more than 6 months 5. Absence of plaque around the implant 6. Consent to complete all follow-up visits Exclusion criteria: 1. Mobile implant 2. Overhanging restorations that prevent access to the implant for clinical measurements 3. Unresolvable technical complications that can cause peri-implantitis 4. Presence of active periodontal disease 5. Implants with a history of peri-implantitis treated using graft materials 6. Use of drugs that cause gingival hyperplasia 7. Systemic antibiotic use in the last 3 months 8. Acute and chronic medical conditions that prevent the patient from participating in the study 9. Presence of uncontrolled severe peri-implantitis from neighbouring implants 10. History of radiotherapy in the head and neck region 11. Receiving acute chemotherapy 12. Current corticosteroid therapy
Where this trial is running
Kütahya
- Kütahya Health Sciences University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Periodontology — Kütahya, Turkey (Türkiye) (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Berceste Guler Ayyildiz, d
- Email: berceste.guler@ksbu.edu.tr
- Phone: +90 (274) 260 00 43
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.
Conditions: Peri-Implantitis, Alveolar Bone Loss