Can a temporary crown preserve gum tissue around a new dental implant?

NCT ID NCT07732647

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Disease control Sponsor: University of Michigan Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 29, 2026 · Last updated Jul 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether placing a temporary crown immediately after a dental implant helps keep gum tissue stable compared to placing the implant alone. About 44 adults with a non-restorable front tooth will be randomly assigned to one of the two approaches. Researchers will measure changes in gum shape and bone levels over time using digital scans and X-rays.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: dental implant placement with or without a temporary (provisional) crown
What this could lead to: If successful, this could help dentists choose the best approach for preserving gum tissue after tooth extraction and implant placement.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 44 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Risks include implant failure, infection, or gum recession.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

gingival disorder periodontal disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

GUM DISEASE

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Michigan School of Dentistry

Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States

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