A Comparison of Side Access Mucosal Releasing Incision (SAMRI) and Sulcular Tunnel Access to Treat Gingival Recession. (NCT04179448)
A Prospective, Randomized Clinical Trial to Compare Side Access Mucosal Releasing Incision (SAMRI) and Sulcular Tunnel Access Procedures With Coronally Advanced Flap and Acellular Dermal Matrix (ADM) to Treat Gingival Recession.
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
This study will compare two incision designs to allow for coronal gingival/mucosal flap advancement and tissue augmentation with acellular dermal matrix (ADM) graft around teeth with gingival recession and a lack of adequate keratinized gingiva. The SAMRI technique described is a novel technique involving a simplified incision and suturing technique and to the investigators' knowledge, this is the first study that seeks to compare this technique to other techniques for differences in clinical outcomes (percentage root coverage, resultant tissue thickness, and width of keratinized tissue) and patient-centered outcomes (post-operative pain, swelling, changes in daily activities, and patient-assessed esthetics) in a controlled study.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, Alabama
Age range: 18 Years to 99 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- SAMRI (PROCEDURE)
- STA (PROCEDURE)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, Alabama
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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- Gain of Keratinized Mucosa Around Teeth and Dental Implants Using a Combination of Strip Gingival Graft and Acellular Dermal Matrix — Birmingham, Alabama
- Taking Measurements of a Gum Graft Site as it Heals — Columbus, Ohio
- Changes of Soft Tissue Grafting: A Randomized Study — Boston, Massachusetts
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.