Which onlay lasts longest? new study pits three materials Head-to-Head

NCT ID NCT07157410

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study compares three different tooth-colored onlay materials used to repair back teeth with deep cavities that extend below the gum line. Each of the 18 adult participants will receive three onlays made from different materials. Researchers will check the onlays at 2 weeks, 6 months, 18 months, and 24 months to see how well they hold up, whether they cause sensitivity, and if new decay develops. The goal is to identify which material performs best for this type of dental restoration.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

dental onlay materials (lithium-disilicate ceramic and composite resin)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help dentists choose the most durable and safe onlay material for repairing deep cavities in back teeth.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with only 18 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Some onlays may chip, loosen, or cause sensitivity.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dental caries

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Faculty of Dentistry, Mansoura University

    RECRUITING

    Al Mansurah, Dakahlia Governorate, 35516, Egypt

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