Plastic vs. metal: which probe measures implant gums better?

NCT ID NCT07304752

First seen Jan 08, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study will test whether plastic or metal probes give more accurate gum depth measurements around single-tooth dental implants. Sixty-four adults with healthy or mildly inflamed gums will have their implant pockets measured with both probe types. The goal is to see which material causes less discomfort and provides more reliable readings for dentists.

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