Study on Topical Oxygen Therapy and Customized Healing Collars for Improving Soft Tissue Healing Around Dental Implants

What this Trial Is About

The trial focuses on improving soft tissue healing around dental implants, which is crucial for long-term success and aesthetics. Researchers are studying the use of topical oxygen therapy applied around customized healing abutments to better understand its effect on tissue regeneration, including linear and volumetric changes. This phase 4 study aims to provide clinical evidence to guide dental professionals in enhancing implant soft tissue management. Participants will undergo a thorough preoperative assessment including medical history, clinical and radiographic evaluations, and oral hygiene instruction before second-stage implant surgery. During surgery, a customized PEEK healing abutment is placed on the implant. BlueM oral gel, which delivers topical oxygen, is applied around the healing collar immediately after placement and continued twice daily for 7 days. Standard postoperative care including chlorhexidine mouthwash and pain management is provided. Participants will be monitored with clinical evaluations at baseline, day 7, and day 21 to assess soft tissue changes, pain, wound healing, and clinical photographs. The main outcomes measured are soft tissue dimensional changes and the Pink Esthetic Score at baseline, 3 months, and 6 months post-treatment. Secondary outcomes include postoperative pain and wound healing assessments at days 1, 3, and 10. The total participation period covers these follow-ups to evaluate the therapys impact.

Application of Topical Oxygen Therapy Around Customized Healing Collar