Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up

Using free mucogingival grafts to treat gum recession in lower incisors

Official title: Free Mucogingival Graft for Isolated Root Coverage and Correct Unfavorable Mucogingival Conditions in Lower Incisors: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Run by Universidad de Murcia · NCT05851248 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if a new type of gum graft can help people with receding gums around their lower front teeth feel better and look better.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment24 (estimated)
SponsorUniversidad de Murcia
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Murcia, Murcia)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 2, 2023
Main results expectedDecember 22, 2026
Study endsApril 22, 2027
Registry record updatedFebruary 19, 2026
Trial IDNCT05851248 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are healthy individuals with deep gingival recessions associated with lower incisor mucogingival conditions.

Probably not a fit

Patients who smoke heavily, are pregnant, or have certain underlying conditions 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 evaluates the effectiveness of free mucogingival grafts (FMG) in periodontal plastic surgery specifically for root coverage in cases of gingival recession associated with lower incisors. The study focuses on patients with mucogingival conditions that may hinder the success of traditional root coverage techniques. Participants will receive either a buccal muco-gingival tissue graft or a palatal connective tissue graft as part of the intervention. The goal is to assess the outcomes of this innovative approach in improving gum health and aesthetics.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance the treatment outcomes for patients with gum recession, leading to improved oral health and aesthetics.

How similar studies have gone: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific method of using FMG for isolated root coverage is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Healthy patients with deep GR associated with lower incisor MCD.
* Full mouth plaque and bleeding scores were \<20%.

Exclusion Criteria:

Patient characteristics:

* Smoking ≥10 cigarettes a day.
* Medications or systemic contraindications for oral surgery.
* Pregnancy.

Defects:

* Thin scalloped biotype (AND/OR)
* Underlying bone dehiscence (AND /OR)
* Generalized GR affecting most sextants.

Where it's running

  • Centro Odontologico Del Sureste Slp
    Murcia, Murcia, Spain
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
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