Dental implant study tests which metal framework lasts longest

NCT ID NCT07489027

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at 27 people who had full-arch dental implants (six in the upper jaw and six in the lower jaw) to compare three different methods for making the metal framework that holds the false teeth. The methods were traditional casting, computer-aided milling (CAD/CAM), and 3D printing (selective laser melting). Researchers tracked problems like screw loosening or breakage, tooth wear, and how well the framework fit.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Cobalt-Chromium framework (conventional casting, CAD/CAM milling, or selective laser melting)

What this could lead to

If one method proves clearly better, it could lead to fewer broken screws or teeth and a more comfortable fit for people with full-arch dental implants.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed study with only 27 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The findings are about short-term complications, not long-term success.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mansoura University , Faculty Of Dentistry

    Al Mansurah, Dakahlia Governorate, P.O.Box:35516, Egypt