New gentle cleaning technique could save failing dental implants

NCT ID NCT07365722

Not yet recruiting Disease control Sponsor: King's College London Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a new, less invasive cleaning method called MINST for treating peri-implantitis, an infection around dental implants that can cause bone loss and implant failure. Researchers will compare MINST to the standard cleaning method in 80 adults with the condition. The goal is to see if MINST leads to better healing, less pain, and fewer deep pockets around the implant after 12 months.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: minimally invasive non-surgical therapy (MINST) - a precise cleaning procedure
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a more effective and less painful way to treat peri-implantitis, potentially reducing the need for surgery and helping people keep their dental implants longer.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage trial with only 80 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The new method might not be significantly better than the current standard treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Peri-Implantitis

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PERI IMPLANTITIS

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