Testing a new approach for modifying the characteristics of the gums

Not Applicable

• Conditions: Thin gingival phenotype; Oral Health

• Registration Number: ISRCTN18042063
• Lead Sponsor: Damascus University

Brief Summary

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Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2023-04-24
• Last Update Posted: 8 May 2023
• Study Completion: 2023-09-01

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Ongoing
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 20

Inclusion Criteria

1. Systemically healthy patients
2. Gingival thickness of the mandibular anterior teeth >1 mm
3. No pregnancy or lactation
4. Non-smokers
5. Adequate plaque control
6. At least 18 years of age
7. No previous periodontal surgery in the area

Exclusion Criteria

1. Active orthodontic treatment
2. Previous periodontal surgery
3. Use of any drug that might affect periodontal health
4. Malocclusion, crowding, missing or supernumerary teeth
5. Tooth mobility, bruxism
6. Patients with a history of malignancy, radiotherapy, or chemotherapy for malignancy

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified