Zinc-Infused bone graft could boost dental implant success
NCT ID NCT07187609
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether adding zinc to a natural bone graft material helps dental implants heal better. Sixteen adults needing a tooth replacement will receive either a standard bone graft or one with zinc. Researchers will measure bone loss and density around the implant over time.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- zinc incorporated bovine derived hydroxyapatite xenograft
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could lead to a better bone graft material that helps dental implants heal faster and more securely.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small early study with only 16 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The zinc-enhanced graft might not perform better than the standard graft.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Suez canal university
RECRUITINGSuez, Egypt
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