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Comparing Timing of Free Gingival Graft and Guided Bone Regeneration for Ridge Augmentation Before Dental Implant Placement
Led by University of Alabama at Birmingham · Updated on 2026-08-12
30
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
52 weeks
Total Duration
AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Researchers are comparing two treatment sequences involving free gingival graft surgery and guided bone regeneration to improve ridge augmentation before dental implant placement. The study focuses on understanding how the timing of the tissue graft affects the results of guided bone regeneration. It also aims to evaluate the complications that may occur after these procedures prior to implant placement. Participants receive one of two treatments free gingival graft surgery before guided bone regeneration or guided bone regeneration followed by free gingival graft surgery. Both procedures are performed in preparation for ridge augmentation. The study uses a randomized design to compare these two approaches. Participants will be monitored for up to 12 months to assess volumetric outcomes and changes in the buccal soft tissue profile from baseline. The study includes regular clinical evaluations and diagnostic assessments to track healing and tissue changes. Safety and treatment effects are carefully observed during this period to gather comprehensive outcome data.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Evaluation of Free Gingival Graft Timing
Research Team
H
Hussein Basma, DDS, MS
S
Sarah Startley, DMD
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