3D-Printed short implants could offer new option for jawbone loss

NCT ID NCT07688421

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Guarulhos Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 07, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study follows 100 people who already have short, 3D-printed dental implants in the back of the upper or lower jaw. Researchers measure bone loss and other dental health markers over three years to see how well these implants hold up. The goal is to learn whether these specially made implants are a good long-term solution for patients with limited bone height.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: short dental implants produced by additive manufacturing (3D printing)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that short 3D-printed implants are a reliable option for people with severe bone loss, reducing the need for bone grafts.
What could go wrong: This is an observational follow-up study, not a treatment trial. It only measures outcomes in people who already have these implants, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

periodontal disorder

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DENTAL IMPLANT FAILED PERIODONTAL DISEASES

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Locations

Guarulhos University

Guarulhos, São Paulo, 073040, Brazil

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