Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 to 65

Root coverage using different restorative materials in Class V lesions

Official title: Clinical Evaluation of the Root Coverage Performance of Different Restorative Materials in Class V Cavities in Patients With Gingival Recession

Run by Adiyaman University · NCT07687654 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests whether using glass ionomer cement, resin composite, or no restoration before root coverage surgery helps people with gum recession and neck lesions

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexAll
Enrollment30 (estimated)
SponsorAdiyaman University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Adıyaman, Merkez)
StatusRecruiting
StartedNovember 20, 2025
Main results expectedAugust 2026
Study endsAugust 2026
Registry record updatedJuly 7, 2026
Trial IDNCT07687654 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Adults 18 years or older with Cairo RT1 (Miller Class I-II equivalent) gingival recession and a Class V cervical defect suitable for restoration or no restoration per protocol.

Probably not a fit

Patients without matching defect characteristics or those not meeting oral hygiene or periodontal criteria may not benefit.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This prospective randomized trial enrolled adults with Cairo RT1 gingival recession and a Class V cervical defect. Participants are assigned to receive a glass ionomer cement restoration, a resin composite restoration, or no restoration before undergoing root coverage with a subepithelial connective tissue graft. Standard periodontal therapy precedes the surgery, and follow-up visits assess root coverage, recession depth, clinical attachment, and tissue stability. The goal is to identify which restorative approach yields the best surgical outcome and gum stability.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, the study could guide clinicians on the best restorative approach to pair with root coverage surgery for improved gum healing and durability.

How similar studies have gone: Previous related work suggests restoration type may influence soft tissue healing, but data in this exact scenario are limited, making this approach relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

Adults aged 18 years or older. Patients presenting with Cairo RT1 (Miller Class I or II equivalent) gingival recession defects requiring root coverage surgery.

Presence of a non-carious cervical lesion (NCCL), an existing cervical restoration, or a cervical defect requiring restoration.

Cervical lesion depth of ≤1.5 mm. Patients who have completed initial periodontal therapy before enrollment. Good oral hygiene (Plaque Index ≤20% or as determined by the investigator). Indication for root coverage surgery with a subepithelial connective tissue graft.

Teeth suitable for restoration with glass ionomer cement, resin composite, or flowable resin composite, or requiring no restoration according to the study protocol.

Ability and willingness to provide written informed consent and comply with study visits.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Age younger than 18 years. Pregnancy or breastfeeding. Poor oral hygiene. Uncontrolled systemic disease or any medical condition contraindicating periodontal surgery.

Bleeding disorders or current anticoagulation that contraindicates connective tissue graft harvesting.

Known allergy or hypersensitivity to resin composite, flowable resin composite, glass ionomer cement, or any study materials.

Patients who have not completed initial periodontal therapy. Cervical lesions deeper than 1.5 mm. Conditions that, in the investigator's opinion, could interfere with wound healing, periodontal surgery, or study outcomes.

Where it's running

  • Faculty of Dentistry, Adıyaman University
    Adıyaman, Merkez, Turkey (Türkiye)
    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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