New Root-Guided drill may improve dental implant success

NCT ID NCT07658144

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

Summary

This study compares two methods for placing dental implants in upper molars that cannot be saved. Twenty adults will be randomly assigned to receive either a root-guided or a standard surgical guide technique. Researchers will measure pain, healing, infection, and bone density over six months to see which approach works better.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

root guide technique (device) and surgical guide technique (device)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could make dental implant surgery more precise and comfortable for patients with damaged upper molars.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. There is also a risk of infection or poor healing.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Faculty of Dentistry, Tanta University

    Tanta, 3111, Egypt