Dentists test Gum-Friendly tooth repair technique
NCT ID NCT07661719
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at a dental technique called deep margin elevation (DME), where the edge of a filling is moved from below the gum line to above it. Researchers want to see if this helps keep gums healthier compared to leaving the edge below the gum. The study involves 45 adults with a treated back tooth that needs a crown or onlay. Each tooth will have one side treated with DME and the other side without, so the same tooth acts as its own comparison. The main goal is to check for gum bleeding, a sign of inflammation.
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Active substance
Deep Margin Elevation (a dental procedure using composite resin to move the edge of a filling above the gum line)
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could show that deep margin elevation is a safe way to restore teeth without harming gums, helping dentists make better treatment decisions.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 45 people. Results may not apply to everyone, and the long-term effects on gum health are still unknown.
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Locations
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Hacettepe University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Restorative Dentistry
Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)