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Peri-implantitisNCT06708247

Reconstructive Therapy for Peri-implantitis Using Tuberosity Bone with or Without Electrolytic Cleaning: a Randomized Clinical Trial

A study testing Standard Peri-implant Reconstructive Surgery and Electrolytic Cleaning with Peri-implant Reconstructive Surgery in people with Peri-implantitis and Peri-Implant Health, run by Vilniaus Implantologijos Centro (VIC) Klinika at 1 site in Lithuania.

Completed

Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

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Trial summary

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of two surgical approaches for managing peri-implantitis, a condition characterized by inflammation and bone loss around dental implants. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 years and older
What is being tested?
Standard Peri-implant Reconstructive Surgery and Electrolytic Cleaning with Peri-implant Reconstructive Surgery
Type of treatment
Surgery or procedure
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
31 participants
Where
1 siteLithuania
Study dates
1 Jun 2020to 30 Jun 2021
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 years and older
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • Participants aged 18 years or older.
  • Diagnosed with peri-implantitis, characterized by:
  • Bleeding on probing (BOP) around dental implants. Probing pocket depths (PPD) greater than 6 mm. Implants in function for over 1 year with progressive bone loss exceeding 3 mm. Initial screening confirmed by panoramic radiographs, cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT), and clinical diagnosis.

Who cannot join

  • Individuals with uncontrolled medical conditions or systemic diseases. Pregnant women. Smokers who smoke more than 10 cigarettes per day. Presence of implant mobility. Situations where the removal of the implant suprastructure is not possible.

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country.

Lithuania1 site
  • VIC Clinic

    Vilnius, 03162

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About this study

Official title: Peri-implant Reconstructive Therapy with Tuberosity Bone with and Without Electrolytic Cleaning in the Surgical Management of Peri-implantitis: a Randomized Clinical Trial.

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of two surgical approaches for managing peri-implantitis, a condition characterized by inflammation and bone loss around dental implants. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: one group will receive standard peri-implant reconstructive therapy using bone grafts from the tuberosity region, and the other group will undergo the same treatment with the addition of electrolytic cleaning to decontaminate the implant surface. The primary objective is to determine whether adding electrolytic cleaning improves treatment outcomes by promoting better decontamination and bone regeneration. Clinical assessments, including probing depth measurements and radiographic analysis, will be performed at baseline and at follow-up intervals over 12 months. The study's hypothesis is that the use of electrolytic cleaning alongside standard reconstructive therapy will result in superior clinical and radiographic outcomes compared to the standard method alone.

Read the detailed description

This randomized clinical trial investigates the effectiveness of reconstructive therapy for peri-implantitis using autogenous bone grafts from the tuberosity, with and without the addition of electrolytic cleaning for implant surface decontamination. Peri-implantitis, an inflammatory condition that results in bone loss around dental implants, poses significant challenges for successful long-term management. Traditional treatment methods focus on mechanical decontamination and bone regeneration, but the outcomes have been inconsistent due to difficulties in achieving thorough surface cleaning without damaging the implant.

This study involves patients diagnosed with peri-implantitis who will be randomly assigned to either the control group or the test group. The control group will undergo conventional treatment, which includes mechanical debridement and grafting with autogenous bone harvested from the tuberosity, covered by a resorbable collagen membrane. The test group will receive an additional step of electrolytic cleaning using a novel electrochemical device designed to decontaminate the implant surface without causing structural damage. This method leverages reactive oxygen species to aid in biofilm disruption and removal.

The trial's primary outcome measures include the reduction in probing pocket depth (PPD) and bleeding on probing (BOP) as well as radiographic assessments of bone regeneration at various time points, up to 12 months post-surgery. Secondary outcomes include patient-reported pain levels, surgical site healing, and the overall stability of bone and soft tissue.

Pre-surgical procedures involve thorough oral hygiene protocols, mechanical debridement, and local application of chlorhexidine and antibiotics. Surgical treatment follows standard implant exposure and flap design techniques, with bone grafts obtained from the tuberosity. For the test group, electrolytic cleaning will be performed prior to graft placement. Post-surgical care includes antibiotics, pain management, and specific oral hygiene instructions to ensure optimal healing.

The study seeks to address the hypothesis that incorporating electrolytic cleaning enhances implant surface decontamination, thus improving clinical outcomes and facilitating more predictable bone regeneration. The findings aim to contribute to the growing body of literature on peri-implantitis management and provide evidence for more effective treatment strategies that preserve implant integrity and support long-term success.

Being tested
Standard Peri-implant Reconstructive Surgery, Electrolytic Cleaning with Peri-implant Reconstructive Surgery
Keywords
peri-implantits, dental implants, bone grafting, Electrolytic cleaning
Medical subject headings
Peri-Implantitis

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Standard Peri-implant Reconstructive SurgeryProcedure or surgery

    This intervention involves standard peri-implant reconstructive surgery without the additional step of electrolytic cleaning. The procedure includes mechanical debridement of the implant surface to remove biofilm, followed by bone grafting using autogenous bone harvested from the tuberosity and coverage with a resorbable collagen membrane for bone regeneration and stabilization of the implant.

  • Electrolytic Cleaning with Peri-implant Reconstructive SurgeryProcedure or surgery

    This intervention involves peri-implant reconstructive surgery with an added step of electrolytic cleaning for enhanced implant surface decontamination. The procedure starts with mechanical debridement of the implant surface, followed by the use of an electrolytic cleaning device to remove biofilm and contaminants without damaging the implant surface. This is then followed by bone grafting using autogenous tuberosity bone and coverage with a resorbable collagen membrane to promote bone regeneration and implant stability.

Study groups in NCT06708247
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Standard Peri-implant Reconstructive TherapyActive comparatorParticipants in this arm receive standard peri-implant reconstructive therapy for the management of peri-implantitis. This includes mechanical debridement of the implant surface, bone grafting using autogenous bone from the tuberosity, and the use of a resorbable collagen membrane to promote bone regeneration. The intervention aims to reduce inflammation, improve bone regeneration, and stabilize the implant site.
Receives: Procedure: Standard Peri-implant Reconstructive Surgery
Peri-implant Reconstructive Therapy with Electrolytic CleaningExperimentalParticipants in this arm undergo peri-implant reconstructive therapy combined with electrolytic cleaning for enhanced decontamination of the implant surface. This includes mechanical debridement, electrolytic cleaning to remove biofilm and contaminants while preserving the implant surface, followed by bone grafting using autogenous bone from the tuberosity and coverage with a resorbable collagen membrane. This intervention is intended to improve clinical outcomes, enhance bone regeneration, and achieve better implant stability compared to the standard therapy alone.
Receives: Procedure: Electrolytic Cleaning with Peri-implant Reconstructive Surgery

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Probing Pocket Depth (PPD)

    The primary outcome measure for this study is the reduction in probing pocket depth (PPD) at a 12-month follow-up. PPD is measured at four sites (mesial, distal, buccal, and lingual) around the affected implants to assess the success of treatment in reducing the depth of periodontal pockets. A significant decrease in PPD indicates effective treatment and improved implant health. Clinical probing is performed by a blinded examiner using a standardized periodontal probe to ensure consistency and reliability. Measurements taken at baseline and at 12 months post-surgery will be compared to evaluate the effectiveness of both the standard reconstructive therapy and the therapy with added electrolytic cleaning.

    Measured: 12 months

Secondary outcomes (2)
  1. Bone Regeneration Assessed via Radiographic Analysis

    Bone regeneration is assessed using standardized radiographic analysis to measure changes in bone levels around the treated implants. Radiographs taken at baseline and at the 12-month follow-up will be analyzed to quantify the amount of new bone formed. Measurements will be conducted at four points (mesial, distal, buccal, and lingual) relative to the implant shoulder. This outcome helps determine the efficacy of the interventions in supporting bone regeneration and stabilizing the implant environment.

    Measured: 12 months

  2. Bleeding on Probing (BOP)

    This outcome measures the presence of bleeding on probing around the treated implants at baseline and 12 months post-surgery. BOP is a key indicator of gingival inflammation and peri-implant health. Reduction in BOP signifies improved periodontal status and successful treatment.

    Measured: 12 months

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted27 Nov 2024
  2. Study start1 Jun 2020
  3. Primary completion30 Jun 2021
  4. Study completion30 Jun 2021

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Model description
This study follows a parallel interventional model where participants are randomly assigned to one of two groups. The control group receives standard peri-implant reconstructive therapy involving mechanical debridement and bone grafting with autogenous tuberosity bone. The test group undergoes the same reconstructive therapy but includes an additional intervention of electrolytic cleaning for implant surface decontamination. Both groups are monitored concurrently over a 12-month period to assess clinical and radiographic outcomes, such as probing pocket depth reduction and bone regeneration. This model allows for a direct comparison of treatment efficacy between the two intervention strategies.
Masking
Double blind
Who is masked
Participant, Outcomes assessor
Enrolment
31 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT06708247
Sponsor's protocol ID
TUBER-GALVO-RCT
Status last verified
Nov 2024
First submitted
24 Nov 2024
Last updated
27 Nov 2024
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
Yes: We plan to share de-identified individual participant data (IPD) related to primary and secondary outcome measures, including clinical measurements, radiographic analysis results, and probing depths. Data will be made available upon reasonable request and approval by the corresponding author for research purposes.

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing Standard Peri-implant Reconstructive Surgery and Electrolytic Cleaning with Peri-implant Reconstructive Surgery in people with Peri-implantitis and Peri-Implant Health, run by Vilniaus Implantologijos Centro (VIC) Klinika at 1 site in Lithuania.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 3 inclusion and 1 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 27 Nov 2024. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in Lithuania. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Probing Pocket Depth (PPD) (time frame: 12 months). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 27 Nov 2024.

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