The Efficacy of Freehand, Pilot Drilled and Fully Guided Implant Surgery in Partially Edentulous … (NCT06764784) | Clinical Trial Compass
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The Efficacy of Freehand, Pilot Drilled and Fully Guided Implant Surgery in Partially Edentulous Patients: a Randomize Control Trial
Saudi Arabia90 participantsStarted 2024-01-06
Plain-language summary
This study evaluates three different methods of dental implant surgery-freehand, pilot-drilled, and fully guided techniques-in patients with partial tooth loss (partial edentulism). Dental implants are widely used to restore missing teeth, but the success of these procedures depends heavily on accurate placement and surgical precision.
The study involves 90 participants, divided into three groups of 30, each undergoing one of the three surgical techniques. The main goals are to compare surgery duration, implant placement accuracy, post-operative recovery, patient satisfaction, and long-term success rates.
Key findings suggest that fully guided implant surgery offers the highest accuracy, the shortest recovery time, and the highest patient satisfaction. Pilot-drilled surgery also showed excellent results, providing a balance between precision and efficiency. Freehand surgery, while flexible, showed slightly lower accuracy and higher complication rates.
This research aims to guide patients and healthcare providers in selecting the most suitable implant surgery method for improved outcomes and long-term success in dental care.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 80 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Adults aged 18-80 years.
* Patients with partial edentulism (missing one or more teeth in an otherwise dentate arch).
* Sufficient bone volume and quality to support implant placement without additional bone augmentation.
* Good overall health with no systemic contraindications for surgery.
* Willingness to provide informed consent and comply with the study protocol and follow-up visits.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients with uncontrolled systemic conditions (e.g., diabetes, cardiovascular diseases) that may affect healing or surgery outcomes.
* Pregnant or lactating women.
* Smokers or individuals with a history of poor compliance with post-operative care.
* Patients requiring additional bone grafting, sinus lifts, or complex augmentation procedures for implant placement.
* Active oral infections, untreated periodontal disease, or severe malocclusion that could interfere with implant placement or outcomes.
* Patients with a history of bisphosphonate use or other medications known to affect bone metabolism.
* Individuals with mental or physical conditions that would impair their ability to participate in the study or follow the protocol.
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?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
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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.