Tiny study tests best way to fill gaps after tooth extraction and implant
NCT ID NCT07518823
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This small pilot study looked at 8 adults who needed a single tooth replaced with an immediate dental implant. Researchers compared two methods to manage the gap between the implant and the cheek bone: a bone mineral graft or a soft tissue graft. They used scans and X-rays to measure bone and gum changes over 6 months. The goal was to see which method better preserves the bone and gum around the implant.
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- What could go wrong
- This is a very small pilot study with only 8 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It is too early to draw firm conclusions.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Saint Joseph University
Beirut, 0000, Lebanon
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