Which membrane best preserves bone after tooth extraction? study seeks answer.

NCT ID NCT05505084

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compared five different membranes used to preserve the jawbone after a tooth is pulled. Bone loss after extraction is common, and membranes help protect the area for future dental implants. Researchers measured bone changes and tissue quality in 47 adults who needed a premolar removed. The goal was to see which membrane works best, but no clear winner has been identified yet.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could identify the best membrane for preserving jawbone after tooth extraction, improving outcomes for dental implants.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed study with only 47 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It compares existing methods, so no new treatment is being tested.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dental caries Tooth Fractures

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Penn Dental Medicine

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States