Active not recruitingOBSERVATIONAL

Effect of Simplified Implant Placement Protocols on Failure Rate

This research is investigating how successful dental implants are in a wide range of patients, not just a specific group. The main goal is to understand the rate at which dental implants might fail and why this happens. It's about looking at current implant procedures to see how effective they are in real-world situations. This study does not involve testing new types of implants or surgical techniques; instead, it's observing the outcomes of standard implant treatments in people who are missing some or all of their teeth. The findings could help improve how dental implants are placed and cared for in the future, making them more reliable for more people.

At a glance

Status

Active not recruiting

Sponsor

Chrysalis Dental Center

Enrolment target

2,700

Start

31 Jan 2025

Estimated completion

31 Jul 2025

Dental Implant Failure

What is this study about?

This study aims to understand how well dental implants work for everyday patients. Dental implants are a common way to replace missing teeth, and they usually involve placing a small screw into the jawbone to support a new tooth or set of teeth. The main purpose of this research is to see how often these implants might not work as expected, a term sometimes called 'implant failure.'

The researchers will be observing patients who are already receiving dental implants as part of their regular treatment. They are not testing a new type of implant or a different way of putting them in. Instead, they want to gather information from a broad group of people to see what factors might lead to an implant not being successful. This helps them understand the overall picture of implant success in a real-world setting.

By carefully tracking a large number of patients, the study hopes to find out common reasons for implant failure. This information is really important because it can help dentists and other specialists improve how they plan and carry out implant treatments. Ultimately, this research could lead to better guidelines and techniques, making dental implants even more reliable and successful for more people in the future.

Key takeaways

This study examines why some dental implants might not work as planned.
It does not test new treatments, but rather observes standard implant care.
It aims to understand implant success rates in real-world patients.
Participation involves having lost some or all of your teeth.
Both men and women of all ages can be considered, if generally healthy enough.

Who may be eligible?

To be part of this study, you need to be an adult who has some or all of your natural teeth missing. This is often called being 'edentulous'. The study is open to both men and women of all ages.

However, there are certain health conditions that would prevent you from taking part. For example, if you have very severe existing health problems classified as 'ASA class 4', which means you have a life-threatening illness or condition, you would not be able to join this study. This is to ensure the safety and well-being of all participants, as severe health issues could make undergoing dental procedures riskier.

Basically, if you're an adult needing dental implants because you've lost teeth, and you're generally well enough to have these procedures, you might be suitable for this study.

Could this study suit you?

Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.

Are you an adult aged 18 or over?
Are you missing some or all of your teeth?
Are you generally well enough for standard dental procedures?
Do you not have a severe, life-threatening medical condition (ASA class 4)?

Answer every question to see your result.

What does participation involve?

This study primarily observes patients undergoing standard dental implant treatment. This means you would likely be receiving implants as you normally would, as part of your regular dental care. The specifics of participation aren't detailed in the brief information provided, but typically in observational studies like this, it might involve allowing researchers to collect information from your dental records and possibly attending your regular follow-up appointments, where your implant health would be checked.

There are no new medications being tested or special experimental procedures involved. You would not need to make extra visits beyond your usual dental appointments for implant placement and check-ups. The duration would depend on your individual implant treatment plan and follow-up schedule, but the study itself is focused on tracking outcomes over time.

Potential risks and benefits

Taking part in this study could potentially help advance our understanding of dental implant success, which could benefit future patients. There are no direct benefits to you beyond receiving your standard dental implant care, as the study is observational and not testing a new treatment. As this study mainly involves observing standard procedures and collecting data from your usual dental care, the direct risks are generally those associated with having dental implants themselves, such as infection or implant failure, rather than additional risks from the study. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time without affecting your medical treatment.

Locations (1)

Some site locations are approximate. We're improving this — please verify with the trial team before travelling.

Chrysalis Dental Center
City only
North York, Canada

Common questions

What is 'implant failure'?

Implant failure means a dental implant doesn't successfully integrate with the bone or needs to be removed for other reasons.

Will I get a new type of dental implant in this study?

No, this study observes standard dental implant treatments, it doesn't test new types of implants or procedures.

Do I need to visit the clinic more often if I join?

The information provided suggests you would attend your usual dental appointments; there are no extra visits just for the study mentioned.

Who is funding this research?

The provided information doesn't specify the funding source for this research.

Can I leave the study at any point?

Yes, you are always free to withdraw from the study at any time without it affecting your medical care.