Dental implant showdown: zirconia vs. titanium – which is better for your gums?
NCT ID NCT07456163
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at two different materials used for the connector piece (abutment) in single-tooth dental implants: standard titanium and custom-made zirconia. Researchers want to see which one leads to healthier gums and less bone loss around the implant. About 71 adults who already have implants will be followed for one year after getting their new tooth crown.
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 71 people
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- Started
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Apr 2025
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2027
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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18 to 70 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Individuals aged 18 years or older; 2. Participants in the Master's Thesis entitled: "Dimensional Changes Following Different Alveolar Preservation Protocols in Posterior Regions: A Randomized Controlled Study"; 3. Patients with implants and healing abutments from Bionnovation Biomedical in place at the time of prosthetic rehabilitation; 4. Implants without surrounding bone loss; 5. Signed informed consent form. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Patients with uncontrolled systemic diseases; 2. Pregnant or lactating women; 3. Smokers or former smokers; 4. Undergoing orthodontic treatment; 5. Using medications that interfere with bone healing, such as those for osteoporosis and bisphosphonates; 6. Implants with bone loss or failed implants.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Piracicaba Dental School
RECRUITINGPiracicaba, São Paulo, 13414903, Brazil
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