Microneedling boosts gum surgery results in thin gums, small study finds
NCT ID NCT06432439
First seen May 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tested whether adding microneedling before standard gum surgery (coronally advanced flap) improves root coverage for people with thin gums and receding gums. Thirty-six adults with isolated gum recession on upper front teeth were randomly assigned to receive either microneedling plus surgery or surgery alone. The goal was to see if microneedling could thicken the gums and lead to better coverage of exposed tooth roots.
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post graduate institute of dental sciences (PGIDS)
Rohtak, Haryana, 124001, India
What this could mean
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Active substance
microneedling procedure
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple way to thicken gum tissue before surgery, leading to better root coverage and less tooth sensitivity.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 36 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the procedure may not work for all types of gum recession.
Conditions
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