Comparing Tunnel Technique and CAF With CTG in Mandibular Gingival Recession Treatment (NCT06135662) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Comparing Tunnel Technique and CAF With CTG in Mandibular Gingival Recession Treatment
Spain34 participantsStarted 2023-12-11
Plain-language summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the effectiveness of two different surgical techniques, the Coronally Advanced Flap (CAF) and the Tunnel Technique (TT) with Connective Tissue Grafts (CTG), in treating mandibular gingival recession. This study, focusing on healthy patients with RT1 and RT2 gingival recessions, aims to determine which surgical approach offers better root coverage for mandibular recession defects. Additionally, it seeks to understand the effects of these techniques on aspects such as keratinized tissue gain, vestibular depth, gingival thickness, and patient-reported outcomes. Participants in this trial will undergo one of the two surgical procedures and are expected to attend a total of six assessment visits. Researchers will compare the results from both groups, those treated with CAF and those with TT+CTG, to discern if one method is superior in achieving more effective root coverage, enhanced aesthetic appearance, and reduced discomfort associated with gingival recession.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* ≥18 years; periodontally and systemically healthy
* presence of RT1 and RT2 gingival recession defects
* recession in the mandibular arch
* recession ≥ 2mm in depth at the buccal aspect
* full-mouth plaque and bleeding score ≤ 20%
* no previous periodontal surgery
* presence of identifiable cemento-enamel junction (CEJ) (a step ≤1mm at the CEJ and/or presence of root abrasion, but with identifiable CEJ, will be accepted).
Exclusion Criteria:
* smokers ≥10 cigarettes a day
* contraindications for periodontal surgery
* medications known to affect the gingiva or interfere with wound healing
* pregnancy
* active orthodontic therapy
* caries or restorations in the area to be treated
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Mean Root Coverage (MRC)
Timeframe: At 1 week, 2 weeks, 6 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months post-operation