Laser etching could give dental implants a stronger gum seal

NCT ID NCT07780227

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

First seen Aug 21, 2026 · Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Summary

This trial tests whether treating the metal part of a dental implant with a laser helps the gum attach more tightly, which may prevent bacteria from getting in and causing infection or bone loss. Twenty-four people with healed implants will receive either a laser-treated abutment or a standard one. After three months, the researchers will measure gum health and patient satisfaction to see if the laser makes a difference.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: ND:YAG laser surface treatment on titanium abutments
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward a simple way to improve dental implant longevity by strengthening the gum seal and reducing the risk of infection and bone loss.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 24 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Laser treatment could also fail to improve outcomes or cause unforeseen tissue reactions.

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DENTAL IMPLANTS

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Locations

Outpatient Clinic of Periodontology and Oral medicine Department, Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University, Egypt

Alexandria, Egypt

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