TCAF versus MTUN with soft tissue grafts for a single gum recession in the lower premolar area

Is this trial a fit for you?

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

What this trial studies

This randomized controlled trial enrolls adults with a single gingival recession in the premandible and good oral hygiene to compare two surgical techniques: tunneled coronally advanced flap (TCAF) and modified tunnel (MTUN), both paired with a connective tissue graft. Participants are randomly assigned to the test (TCAF) or control (MTUN) group and followed for short- and long-term measures of root coverage. Primary outcomes are average root coverage at specified follow-up times, with secondary outcomes including sensitivity, aesthetics, and tissue thickness. Smokers and pregnant women are excluded, and procedures are performed at the Department of Periodontology and Implantology of Ghent University.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* at least 18 years old
* good oral hygiene
* presence of one recession in the premandible
* good general health

Exclusion Criteria:

* smoker
* pregnant women (assessed at each visit; if the patient appears pregnant during follow-up, x-rays will not be taken)

Where it's running

• Department of Periodontology and Implantology of Ghent University
  Ghent, Oost-Vlaanderen, Belgium Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Véronique Prof. Dr. Christiaens
• Email: vchristi.christiaens@ugent.be
• Phone: +32 332 40 17

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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.