Gum graft boost: growth factors may strengthen receding gum repair

NCT ID NCT07736833

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Tanta University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether applying a liquid growth factor solution (LPCGF) to the tooth root during standard gum graft surgery can improve gum thickness and coverage. Twenty adults with receding gums will receive either the standard treatment or the standard treatment plus LPCGF. The goal is to see if the added growth factors lead to better healing and a stronger, healthier gum.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: liquid-phase concentrated growth factors (LPCGF) applied to the tooth root during gum graft surgery
What this could lead to: If effective, this approach could improve gum thickness and coverage, leading to better long-term outcomes for people with receding gums.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 20 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Adding LPCGF may not provide significant benefit over standard treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

gingival recession

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

GINGIVAL RECESSION

Contacts and locations

Locations

faculty of dentistry, Tanta university

Tanta, Gharbia Governorate, 31773, Egypt

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