Custom 3D-Printed implants could replace major jaw surgery for cysts

NCT ID NCT06688851

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a custom 3D-printed implant can safely drain jaw cysts, avoiding more invasive surgery. Twenty patients with odontogenic cysts near important jaw structures will receive the implant after a small surgical opening. The implant stays in place with tiny screws and allows cyst fluid to drain into the mouth. Researchers will check if the cyst heals and shrinks over time, and watch for complications like infection or nerve damage.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
Patient-specific implant (3D-printed device)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a less invasive way to treat jaw cysts, reducing the need for extensive surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a very small early study (20 people) testing feasibility only. The implant may fail, cause infection, or not prevent cyst recurrence.

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Conditions

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Locations

  • Department of Public Dental Health

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    Budapest, Budapest, 1088, Hungary

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