Can a new gum graft technique fully cover exposed roots after braces?
NCT ID NCT07763808
First seen Aug 13, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial compares two surgical techniques for treating receding gums in people who have completed orthodontic treatment. Participants receive a coronally advanced flap combined with either a de-epithelialized soft tissue graft or a subepithelial connective tissue graft. The goal is to see which approach better covers exposed tooth roots, improves gum appearance, and boosts patient satisfaction.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Two surgical procedures: a coronally advanced flap combined with either a de-epithelialized soft tissue graft or a subepithelial connective tissue graft
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could identify a better surgical approach to fully cover exposed roots, improving both gum health and smile aesthetics after braces.
- What could go wrong
- This is a mid-stage trial with a modest number of participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Surgery carries typical risks like pain, swelling, or incomplete coverage.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Aziz Aliyev Azerbaijan State Advanced Training Institute for Doctors
RECRUITINGBaku, Azerbaijan