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Pinhole vs Tunnel Techniques for Gum Recession

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Research Sponsored by Nehal Almehmadi
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
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Must have
between 18-75 years old
have at least one non-mobile tooth with Cairo class I gingival recession of 2 to 6 mm.
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 6 months (pre operative and at the 6-month follow-up visit)
Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial will compare two different surgical procedures for non-autologous grafting: the pinhole surgical technique (PST) and tunnel technique, in terms of root coverage and gingival tissue thickness.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults aged 18-75 with mild to moderate gum recession on at least one stable tooth, who are generally healthy (ASA class I and II) and have good oral hygiene (low plaque and bleeding scores). Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals, those with infected gums around the affected area, or teeth that can't be saved are excluded.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study compares two surgical methods for treating gum recession without using patient's own tissue: the pinhole surgical technique (PST) and tunnel technique. Each participant will receive both treatments in different areas of their mouth randomly.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects may include discomfort, swelling, bruising at the surgery site(s), temporary sensitivity to temperature or touch in treated areas, and possible infection which is rare if proper care is followed.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I am between 18 and 75 years old.
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I have a tooth with gum recession between 2 to 6 mm.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~6 months (pre operative and at the 6-month follow-up visit)
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 6 months (pre operative and at the 6-month follow-up visit) for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Change in gingival recession
Change in gingival thickness
Secondary outcome measures
Aesthetic satisfaction
Change in bleeding on probing.
Change in clinical attachment.
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Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Pinhole/TunnelExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants will receive Pinhole surgical technique for treatment of soft tissue recession at one side of the mouth and Tunnel technique for treatment of soft tissue recession at the other side of the mouth

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Nehal AlmehmadiLead Sponsor
Mohanad Al-SabbaghLead Sponsor
1 Previous Clinical Trials
24 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Pinhole surgical technique (Procedure) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT04513041 — N/A
Gum Recession Research Study Groups: Pinhole/Tunnel
Gum Recession Clinical Trial 2023: Pinhole surgical technique Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT04513041 — N/A
Pinhole surgical technique (Procedure) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT04513041 — N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is it possible to enroll in this clinical experiment?

"Eligibility criteria for this study necessitates that participants have gingival atrophy, must be between 18 and 75 years of age. Up to 25 individuals can take part in the trial."

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What is the current enrollment size of this clinical trial?

"Affirmative. There is evidence on clinicaltrials.gov that this trial, which was first publicized on June 25th 2020, is actively recruiting participants. Twenty-five volunteers must be sourced from a single medical site."

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Is it possible for individuals over the age of 35 to join this trial?

"This clinical trial is only open to those aged 18-75. There are separate initiatives for minors and people over 65, with 2 trials available for the former group and 21 dedicated studies for seniors."

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Are there any open slots left to participate in this medical experiment?

"Affirmative. Clinicaltrials.gov confirms that this experimental protocol, initially published on June 25th 2020, is actively recruiting applicants for participation. As of now, the study requires 25 individuals to be recruited at 1 medical facility."

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What goals is this clinical experiment trying to accomplish?

"The primary outcome of this trial, evaluated over a 6 month period from preoperative to follow-up visit, is the alteration in gingival recession. Secondary results being observed are papillary recession (measured through digital scans), bleeding on probing (noted during clinical exam) and sulcus probing depth (depth measured from free gingival margin to base of sulcus)."

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Who else is applying?

What state do they live in?
Georgia
What site did they apply to?
University of Kentucky
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria
Did not meet criteria
How many prior treatments have patients received?
0
3+

Why did patients apply to this trial?

I can’t afford to get my teeth fixed and they’re falling out because my gums are receding.
PatientReceived 1 prior treatment
Recent research and studies
clinicaltrials.govStudy
Pinhole Versus Tunnel for Soft Tissue Recession
Mohanad Al-Sabbagh 2020. "Pinhole Versus Tunnel for Soft Tissue Recession". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04513041.
~5 spots leftby Apr 2025
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