Gingival overgrowth
MONDO:0002507Excessive growth of the gingiva either by an increase in the size of the constituent cells (gingival hypertrophy) or by an increase in their number (gingival hyperplasia). (From Jablonski's Dictionary of Dentistry, 1992, p574)
Also known as: gingival enlargement
41 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Could a botox Pre-Treatment make gummy smile surgery last longer?
Disease control OngoingThis study investigates whether injecting Botox a few days before modified lip repositioning surgery helps prevent the return of a gummy smile (excessive gum display when smiling) within one year. Twenty adults with a gummy smile and hyperactive upper lip will be enrolled. The tr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New heart failure drug JK07 enters Mid-Stage trial
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 2 trial tests JK07, a lab-made protein designed to help heart cells repair and pump better. About 282 adults with chronic heart failure will receive either JK07 or a placebo. The study looks at safety and whether JK07 can improve heart function in two groups: those wit…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Salubris Biotherapeutics Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Heart failure drug study pulled before it even started
Disease control TerminatedThis study was designed to test the safety and tolerability of a new drug called JK07 in people with heart failure and a specific type of high blood pressure in the lungs. It planned to enroll about 20 to 30 adults aged 18 to 85. However, the study was withdrawn before any partic…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Salubris Biotherapeutics Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Your extracted tooth could save your jawbone for implants
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether a patient's own stored tooth can be used as a graft to preserve jawbone after tooth extraction. About 21 adults needing at least two teeth pulled will receive this treatment. The goal is to maintain bone width and height for better future dental implant p…
Sponsor: Istanbul Saglik Bilimleri University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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AI and volunteers team up to fight gum disease in seniors
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether personalized oral hygiene advice, delivered through an AI-powered mobile health app by trained volunteers, can improve gum health in older adults. Eighty-eight participants aged 60 and over from daycare centers in Hong Kong will receive bi-weekly advice b…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Gum surgery recovery boosted by gel and laser combo, new study finds
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether applying a hyaluronic acid gel (Gingigel) and using a special light therapy (photobiomodulation) can help gums heal better and with less pain after a common gum surgery called gingivectomy. About 38 adults with enlarged gums will be split into three gr…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Beirut Arab University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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3D-Printed short implants could offer new option for jawbone loss
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows 100 people who already have short, 3D-printed dental implants in the back of the upper or lower jaw. Researchers measure bone loss and other dental health markers over three years to see how well these implants hold up. The goal is to learn whether these specia…
Sponsor: University of Guarulhos • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC