Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes of Alveolar Ridge Preservation (NCT07427784) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes of Alveolar Ridge Preservation
Italy50 participantsStarted 2026-03-01
Plain-language summary
Dental implants are considered a predictable rehabilitative option following tooth extraction or in cases of missing teeth. In some situations, the inevitable alveolar ridge resorption that occurs after extraction may make the placement of standard-diameter (\>3.5 mm) or standard-length implants difficult or even impossible without advanced bone augmentation procedures. To counteract post-extraction volumetric bone contraction, alveolar ridge preservation can be performed, consisting of placing a bone graft within the socket walls immediately after tooth extraction. Although this procedure cannot completely prevent dimensional changes, it has been shown to significantly reduce both horizontal and vertical ridge resorption, as reported in the scientific literature. However, there is a lack of clinical and radiographic studies evaluating the outcomes of implant rehabilitation following alveolar ridge preservation with standard-dimension implants in a hospital-based setting.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients requiring alveolar ridge preservation procedures prior to implant rehabilitation of edentulous sites;
* Age \> 18;
* Achievement of FMPS and FMBS ≤ 15%;
* Signed written informed consent to participate in the study.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Uncontrolled diabetes or hypertension;
* Uncontrolled periodontal disease;
* Inability to perform consistent and continuous follow-up;
* Pregnancy or breastfeeding;
* Inability to provide written informed consent.
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
1
Volumetric analysis
Timeframe: From tooth extraction to 6 months of follow up.