Topic: Oral and Gastrointestinal
Conditions
Interventions
1. Conventional dental implant (Astra)
2. Mini Dental Implant (3M)
Sponsors
Central Manchester University Hospitals NHS Trust (CMFT) (UK)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Patient has been edentulous (no teeth at all) for at least 12 months 2. Bone height = 10mm in the interforamina region (anterior section of the mandible), therefore suitable for implant placement without bone grafting 3. Cawood and Howell Classification V and VI (severely resorbed mandible) 4. New lower denture remains unsatisfactory 5. Able to give informed consent to participate in the study 6. Aged 18 or over Target Gender: Male & Female ; Lower Age Limit 18 years
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Radiographic confirmation that the patient has insufficient mandibular bone for either procedure 2. Significant medical history contraindicating the placement of either conventional or miniimplants (e.g. bisphosphonate treatment, radiotherapy treatment, poorly controlled diabetes, longterm steriod use) 3. Current smoker, or have smoked in last six months 4. Unable to maintain adequate level of oral hygiene 5. Requires sedation for dental treatment 6. Previous failed implant treatment 7. Allergic to or unable to tolerate any of the ingredients of ?gummy jelly? (an outcome measure)
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Inform a large randomised trial of conventional vs mini implants; Timepoint(s): Throughout conduct of the pilot trial, each patient is followed-up for 6 months post surgery. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Not provided at time of registration | — |
Countries
United Kingdom
Outcome results
None listed