Evaluation of Occlusal Adjustment Material Removal on Monolithic Zirconia Blocks: An In Vitro Study (NCT07280130) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Evaluation of Occlusal Adjustment Material Removal on Monolithic Zirconia Blocks: An In Vitro Study
120 participantsStarted 2026-02-01
Plain-language summary
This study aims to improve understanding of the amount of tooth-replacement material removed during a single grinding "stroke" performed in the adjustment of a zirconia crown. Zirconia is a highly durable ceramic material commonly used for dental restorations, and accurate adjustment is essential for achieving proper occlusion. However, existing literature does not provide quantitative data regarding material removal per stroke during chairside adjustment, resulting in reliance on individual clinical experience.
In this study, standardized zirconia specimens will be prepared and assigned to three operator groups: dental students, dental interns, and experienced clinicians. Each participant will perform a controlled number of grinding strokes on the specimens using a commonly used dental grinding stone. Specimens will be scanned before and after grinding using a three-dimensional scanner to precisely quantify material removal.
Hypothesis
The hypotheses of this study are:
Each grinding stroke results in a measurable and relatively consistent amount of zirconia material removal.
Experienced clinicians demonstrate more controlled and predictable material removal per stroke compared with students and interns.
Who can participate
Age range
20 Years – 40 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
Group A: Forty fourth-year dental students who have completed preclinical courses in operative dentistry, complete denture prosthodontics, and fixed prosthodontics (Part I). They have little to no experience in adjusting zirconia.
Group B: Forty sixth-year dental interns. Each participant will be tested twice-once before and once near the end of their clinical training. A questionnaire will also record their prosthodontic clinical experience within the past year.
Group C: Forty licensed clinicians with 0-5 years of post-graduation experience (with practical experience in zirconia adjustment). A questionnaire will also document their clinical experience in prosthodontics.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Acute upper-limb/hand injuries or postoperative recovery within the past 3 months that may affect grip strength or fine motor control.
* Neuromuscular disorders or tremor/postural control impairments (e.g., essential tremor, peripheral neuropathy, moderate to severe carpal tunnel syndrome) that prevent stable operation.
* Uncorrected or inadequately corrected vision that does not meet the requirements for close-range tasks (e.g., inability to clearly see fine markings at a distance of 30-40 cm even with correction).
* Inability to follow the metronome rhythm (100 beats per minute).
Questions worth asking your doctor
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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.