Which dental glue lasts longest? small trial aims to find out
NCT ID NCT03415412
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study compares three different dental adhesives used to repair non-carious cervical lesions (tooth damage not caused by cavities). Eighteen adults with at least three such lesions will receive restorations using a flowable composite resin. The goal is to see which adhesive performs best over 48 months, based on standard dental criteria.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- dental adhesives and flowable composite resin
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could identify which adhesive works best for repairing tooth damage, leading to better dental restoration materials.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 18 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It tests materials, not a cure for a disease.
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