Statins for stronger smiles: gel may boost dental implant success
Disease control
Completed
This study tested whether applying a gel containing simvastatin (a cholesterol drug) around new dental implants helps them heal stronger and reduces bone loss. Forty-two adults received implants and were randomly given either the simvastatin gel or a placebo gel. Implant stabilit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Maha Zuhair • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:06 UTC