New study seeks best fix for unsightly gaps between teeth
NCT ID NCT07548203
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests three ways to fix black triangles—the small, dark gaps between teeth caused by missing gum tissue. Thirty adults will receive either a surgical gum graft, a gel injection, or a tooth-colored filling. Researchers will measure how well each method closes the gap and improves appearance over six months.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 30 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Apr 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Oct 2026
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 to 50 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18 to 50 years. Presence of interdental black triangle classified as Nordland and Tarnow Class I or Class II. Radiographic evidence of adequate interdental bone support, defined as ≤5 mm distance from the contact point to the alveolar crest. Systemically healthy individuals with no medical conditions affecting wound healing. Patients willing to participate in the study and attend follow-up visits at 3 and 6 months. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with systemic diseases that may impair wound healing. Presence of teeth with acute periapical pathology. Presence of periodontal pockets or active periodontal disease. Pregnant or lactating women. Patients with parafunctional habits (e.g., bruxism). Smokers, alcoholics, or drug abusers.
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The places running it
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Faculty of Dentistry, King Salman International University
RECRUITINGCairo, Egypt
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