New shell system aims to rebuild jawbone for dental implants

NCT ID NCT06295055

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a semi-rigid shell barrier system to help grow new bone in the jaw for people who need dental implants. Ten adults with moderate to severe bone loss will receive the shell with bone graft material. Researchers will measure bone growth and safety over 4 months using scans and tissue samples.

What this could mean

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Active substance
semi-rigid shell barrier system (a device used with bone graft particles and a covering membrane)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a reliable way to rebuild jawbone for dental implants in people with moderate to severe bone loss.
What could go wrong
This is a very small early study with only 10 participants and no comparison group, so results may not apply widely. The procedure involves surgery and there is a risk the bone may not grow as expected.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 10 people

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Started

Jan 2024

Expected to finish

Oct 2025

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

20 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * subjects requiring a bone defect between 3 to 8 millimeters (moderate to severe bone defect) covered 1-2 tooth span with adjacent tooth * Planned for dental implant and fixed prosthesis * Aged 20 and above but under the age of 65 with good physical health and good oral hygiene * Able to comprehend and are willing to sign the consent form and can adhere to the protocol including scheduled clinic visits and assigned treatment. * Available for follow-up after implant placement. Exclusion Criteria: * (i) Heavy smokers (\>10 cigarettes/day) * (ii) receiving bisphosphonates * (iii) undergoing radiotherapy * (iv) uncontrolled medical conditions * (v) Alcoholism * (vi) Pregnancy.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Prince of Songkla

    Songkhla, Hatyai, 90110, Thailand

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