New study tests best way to harvest gum grafts for implants
NCT ID NCT07330609
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 29, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study will test two different ways of taking a small piece of gum tissue from the roof of the mouth and placing it around a dental implant during a second surgery. The goal is to see which method leads to thicker, healthier gum tissue. Thirty adults with a missing lower premolar or molar will be enrolled.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- autogenous palatal tissue graft (a small piece of gum tissue taken from the roof of the mouth)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could point toward a better surgical technique to improve gum health and appearance around dental implants.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early-stage study with only 30 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The procedure involves surgery and carries typical risks like pain, swelling, or graft failure.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Kutahya Health Sciences University
RECRUITINGKütahya, Merkez, 43100, Turkey (Türkiye)
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