Tooth-Colored fillings face off: which works best for cavities?
NCT ID NCT06667271
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested two types of tooth-colored fillings for cavities in back teeth: direct composite (placed directly in the tooth) and indirect composite (made in a lab and then cemented in). 90 adults with cavities received one of the two fillings. Researchers checked how well the fillings held up using standard dental criteria. The goal was to see which option works better for larger cavities.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- composite resin (direct and indirect)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help dentists choose the best filling material for large cavities, balancing durability and cost.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with only 90 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and long-term outcomes beyond the study period are unknown.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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53020
Rize, Central, 53020, Turkey (Türkiye)
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