Evaluation of De-epithelized Connective Tissue Grafts and Modified Combined Approach for Connective Tissue Grafts

Launched by NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF MALAYSIA · Feb 6, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking to compare two different methods for treating gingival recession, which is when the gum tissue pulls back and exposes more of the tooth. The study will test a standard method using de-epithelized gingival grafts against a modified approach that combines different techniques. The goal is to see which method works better for patients who need to have tissue taken from the roof of their mouth for surgery.

To participate in this study, individuals must be at least 18 years old and in good overall health, meaning they don't have any serious health issues or gum diseases. They should also be able to give informed consent, which means they understand what the study involves. Participants can expect to undergo a procedure where tissue is harvested from their palate, and they will be monitored throughout the study to assess the outcomes of the different grafting techniques. It's important to know that certain people, like those with poor oral hygiene or specific health conditions, won't be able to join the trial.

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Eligibility criteria

• • Inclusion Criteria
• • systemically healthy subjects;
• • able to give informed consent;
• • age ≥ 18 years;
• • requiring palatal tissue harvesting for soft tissue augmentation in the oral cavity
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • subjects with periodontal diseases;
• • subjects with poor oral hygiene of \>30% plaque index;
• • pregnant or lactating females;
• • subjects taking medication with any known effect on the periodontal soft tissues;
• • subjects with pathology in the oral cavity causing any degree of pain;
• • subjects wearing removable or fixed prothesis that is in contact with the donor site an
• • those with allergies to painkillers including ibuprofen and paracetamol.