20-Year study reveals which gum surgery lasts longest for implant infections
NCT ID NCT06648564
First seen Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study examines people who had surgery for peri-implantitis—a serious gum infection around dental implants—20 to 25 years ago. Researchers compare two surgical methods: using a bone substitute alone versus combining it with a resorbable membrane. By checking bone levels, pocket depths, and signs of infection, the study aims to see which approach holds up better over decades.
What this could mean
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Active substance
bone graft substitute with or without resorbable membrane
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help dentists choose the best surgical technique for treating peri-implantitis, potentially improving long-term implant survival.
What could go wrong
This is a small observational study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It looks back at past treatments, so it cannot prove one technique is better than the other.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Kristianstad Univeristy
Kristianstad, 29893, Sweden