New 3D-Printed stent could banish gummy smiles for good
NCT ID NCT06991699
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a custom-made PEEK stent to reduce a gummy smile in 10 healthy adults. The stent was designed using 3D scans and placed under the upper lip during a minor surgical procedure. Researchers measured how much gum showed and how satisfied patients were.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Milled PEEK stent
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could offer a new, precise surgical option for people bothered by a gummy smile.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early study with only 10 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and long-term safety or effectiveness is not yet known.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University
Alexandria, Egypt
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