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Can the shape of your gums predict dental implant success?

NCT ID NCT07769125

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Karabuk University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 17, 2026 · Last updated Aug 18, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether the thickness and width of gum tissue around a new dental implant can influence how much bone is lost in the first three months. Adults needing implants in the back of the mouth will have their gum tissue measured at placement, and bone levels are checked with X-rays at that time and again three months later. The goal is to see if certain gum traits are linked to better or worse bone preservation during early healing.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If gum tissue traits are linked to early bone loss, dentists might use them to plan implants and reduce the risk of bone loss after placement.
What could go wrong
This is a small observational study, so it can only show a link, not prove cause. Results may not apply to all patients or implant types.

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Study facts

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Participants

39 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Aug 2023

Finished

Jan 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Patients presenting to the Department of Periodontology, Faculty of Dentistry, Ankara University, for implant-supported rehabilitation of posterior edentulous regions were considered for participation in this prospective cohort study. Eligible patients who underwent bone-level dental implant placement and agreed to participate were prospectively enrolled.

Ages

20 to 60 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 20 and 60 years. Good general health. Need for dental implant treatment in a posterior edentulous region. Adequate native bone volume for implant placement without bone augmentation. At least 3 months since tooth extraction at the planned implant site. Presence of stable opposing teeth. Adequate oral hygiene. Ability to attend follow-up visits Exclusion Criteria: * Heavy smoking. Uncontrolled systemic disease. Pregnancy. Use of antibiotics or anti-inflammatory medications within the previous 3 months. Bruxism. Poor oral hygiene. Need for bone augmentation at the implant site.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry

    Ankara, Ankara, 06560, Turkey (Türkiye)

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