Jaw Surgery Effects on Gum Health
Early Effects of Orthognathic Surgery on Periodontal Phenotype: A 6-Month Prospective Clinical and Radiographic Evaluation
Recruiting
Observational Study
Gingival Biotype
Gingival Phenotype
Buccal Bone Thickness
Recession, Gingival
Dental Surgery
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 – 65
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 100 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Trakya University · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for adults who will undergo jaw surgery to correct their bite. Participants will have check-ups on their gums and bone measurements before and after the surgery over a period of 6 months.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am at least 18 years old.
- I have a Class II or Class III molar relationship.
- I have full permanent teeth up to my first molars.
- I have no history of orthodontic treatment.
- I have no systemic diseases that affect my gum health.
- I show no signs of gum disease or overgrowth.
- I have not had teeth removed except for second or third molars.
- I have records of my gum health available for assessment.
You may not be able to join if
- I am under 18 years old.
- I am pregnant or breastfeeding.
- I have had previous jaw surgery.
- I have dental implants.
- I have psychiatric disorders.
- I have a condition that prevents me from having jaw surgery.
- I refuse to sign the consent form.
- I have had interproximal enamel reduction.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
The goal of this observational study is to learn how the health and thickness of the gums and supporting bone around the teeth change over 6 months in adults having jaw surgery to correct the bite. The main questions it aims to answer are:
* Do gum and tooth-support measurements change from before surgery to 1, 3, and 6 months after surgery?
* Do CT scan-based measurements of the tooth-supporting…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Adults aged ≥18 years.
* Presence of a Class III molar relationship of any severity at baseline.
* Presence of a Class II molar relationship of any severity at baseline.
* Presence of transverse arch discrepancies.
* Presence of vertical maxillary excess.
* Presence of maxilla…
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