Fish oil could help Kids' teeth regrow roots, small trial hints
NCT ID NCT07371416
First seen Feb 01, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This study tests whether placing omega-3 fatty acids inside a damaged tooth can help it regrow root length and dentin, compared to the standard method of inducing bleeding. Twenty patients aged 6 to 28 with immature permanent teeth that have died due to injury or decay will be treated. The goal is to see if this natural substance can improve tooth healing and strength.
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Locations
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Mansoura University
Al Mansurah, 111, Egypt
What this could mean
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Active substance
Omega-3 fatty acids
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simpler, natural way to help damaged teeth in children and young adults regrow root structure and avoid extraction.
What could go wrong
This is a very small early-stage trial with only 20 participants, so results may not apply widely. The treatment is experimental and may not improve outcomes over standard care.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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