Sound waves reveal hidden changes after tooth implants

NCT ID NCT05330702

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study aimed to use ultrasound imaging to track early changes in the bone and gum around new tooth implants placed right after a tooth is pulled. Researchers compared three groups: one with a gum graft, one with a collagen material, and one with no extra tissue. The study was stopped early, but it was designed to help dentists understand how tissues heal in the first few months after implant surgery.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics

    Iowa City, Iowa, 52242, United States

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