PERI-IMPLANT MUCOSITIS

This study looks at whether using a water flosser can help reverse early gum inflammation (mucositis) around single dental implants. Twenty adults with at least one implant-supported crown will use water flossing for four weeks. Researchers will measure bleeding, plaque, and pock…

This study compares different interdental cleaning tools (like floss, picks, or brushes) to see which removes the most plaque around single dental implants in the back of the mouth. About 75 adults with early, reversible gum inflammation around their implant will use one of the d…

This study looks at taking a small piece of gum tissue from different spots on the roof of the mouth and placing it around dental implants during a second surgery. The goal is to see which spot gives thicker, healthier gum tissue around the implant. Thirty adults with missing low…

This study compares plastic and metal probes to see which measures gum pocket depth more accurately around single-tooth dental implants. Researchers will check 64 adults with healthy or mildly inflamed gums. The goal is to improve routine implant checkups and reduce patient disco…

This study looks at whether vitamin D and a natural germ-fighting protein (LL-37) in the fluid around dental implants can help diagnose gum disease early. Researchers will compare levels in 72 adults with healthy implants, mild gum inflammation (mucositis), or more serious infect…