Laser-Assisted Minimally Invasive Esthetic Crown Lengthening Using Flapless vs. Tunneled Flap App… (NCT07649226) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Laser-Assisted Minimally Invasive Esthetic Crown Lengthening Using Flapless vs. Tunneled Flap Approach
Egypt45 participantsStarted 2026-03-30
Plain-language summary
Crown lengthening surgery is one of the most commonly performed periodontal procedures. Multiple techniques have been used throughout the years to overcome the postoperative pain and adverse outcomes that may be associated with surgical crown lengthening. One of the most popular choices among clinicians is using different types of lasers in different techniques to overcome those adverse effects. Treatment effectiveness can be monitored non-invasively through salivary levels of Leukocyte Esterase enzyme and the stability clinical outcomes.
Who can participate
Age range
21 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion criteria
. Patients with an excessive gingival display of at least 3 mm
. Age \>21 years
. At least six anterior maxillary teeth requiring ECL
. Healthy periodontal status, indicated by a full-mouth plaque index and bleeding on probing index scores of \<15%.
. Patients with thick gingival phenotype
Exclusion criteria
. Treatment sites with probing depths more than 3 mm
. Patients with a history of smoking
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
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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leukocyte esterase enzyme assessment using Periomonitor