Dental implant study tests which abutment size preserves jawbone best
NCT ID NCT07196228
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how the size of the connector piece (abutment) on a dental implant affects the bone around it. Researchers will place implants in 40 adults with a missing back tooth and use either a narrow or regular abutment. Over 24 months, they will measure bone changes on X-rays to see which size leads to better bone stability.
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 40 people
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- Expected to start
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Sep 2025
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- Expected to finish
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Dec 2028
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Other sponsor
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20 to 70 years
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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\*\*Inclusion Criteria Adults ≥18 years old. Single missing tooth in a posterior quadrant, bordered by adjacent natural teeth. Adequate bone volume to place implants 8.5-10 mm in length and 4 mm in diameter without the need for bone or soft tissue grafting. Presence of a natural tooth or an implant-supported fixed restoration as an antagonist. Good oral hygiene with a plaque index \<25%. Willing and able to comply with study procedures and follow-up schedule. Provided written informed consent. \*\*Exclusion Criteria Systemic conditions or medications affecting bone metabolism (e.g., bisphosphonates, corticosteroids). Untreated periodontitis, persistent oral infections, or poor oral hygiene. Metabolic bone diseases (e.g., osteoporosis, renal insufficiency, immunodeficiency, leukocyte dysfunction). History of head and neck radiotherapy. Physical or mental disability preventing adequate oral hygiene or compliance. Heavy smoking (\>10 cigarettes/day). Alcoholism or drug abuse. Pregnancy or breastfeeding. Bruxism or oral mucosal diseases. Need for bone regeneration procedures before implant placement. Inability or unwillingness to attend follow-up visits.
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