New study tests which denture stays put and chews best for seniors
NCT ID NCT07250503
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at two different types of lower dentures held in place by dental implants in adults aged 60-70. The goal is to see which design distributes bite force more evenly and stays more securely in the mouth. Researchers will use special devices to measure bite balance and denture retention, aiming to improve comfort and chewing ability for people with no teeth.
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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24 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Sep 2024
- Expected to finish
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Feb 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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60 to 70 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. All patients age must range from 60-70 years old. 2. All patients' ridges should be covered with firm mucosa free from any signs of inflammation or ulceration and exhibit adequate height and width of the residual alveolar ridge. 3. Patients should be free from any metabolic or bone disorder that contraindicate implant installation. 4. All patients must have sufficient inter arch space Exclusion Criteria: 1. Patients with oral or systemic diseases. 2. Patients with xerostomia or excessive salivation. 3. Patients with parafunctional habits (bruxism or clenching). 4. Heavy smoker or alcoholic patients. 5. Patients with history of temporo-mandibular dysfunction. 6. Patients with brain disorders or psychiatric disorders
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Cairo University
Cairo, 4470351, Egypt
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