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Evaluation of Multilayered PRF in Comparison With Connective Tissue Graft by Sohn Poncho's Technique on Peri-implant Mucosal Enhancement in the Esthetic Zone

United Arab Emirates26 participantsStarted 2026-01-10

Plain-language summary

An effective biological seal is crucial for protecting and supporting dental implants, particularly in the anterior region for the desired esthetic outcome.PRF membrane and CTG has been utilized to improve peri-implant soft tissue thickness and increase the width of keratinized tissue around dental implants. The stability of the PRF membrane is maintained by securing it with the healing abutment of the implant. While a few longitudinal studies have assessed the benefits of using PRF membrane with Sohn's Poncho technique in the posterior region, its effectiveness in the anterior region of the mouth remains to be evaluated.

Who can participate

Age range

20 Years – 70 Years

Sex

ALL

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-Inclusion Criteria: Patients with single bounded missing tooth in the esthetic zone Patients in the age group of 21-65 years Patients having good oral hygiene (mean plaque score of \< 25%) and with stable periodontal status. -Exclusion Criteria: Smokers patients Patients with poor maintenance of oral hygiene, as determined by a mean plaque score of ≥ 25% despite efforts by the clinician to improve oral hygiene maintenance. Patients with medically compromised conditions like uncontrolled diabetes mellitus or any systemic diseases that may result in compromised hard and soft tissue healing.

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What they're measuring

Peri-implant soft tissue thickness

Timeframe: Time Frame: 6 weeks and 3 and 6 months

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07649239

SponsorGulf Medical University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2027-01-10

Contact for this trial

Nesma Shemais, PhD

0529961988 dr.nesma@gmu.ac.ae

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