This study is comparing two ways to widen thin or missing gum tissue (gingival augmentation). One method uses a new, ready-to-use collagen membrane called Star Matrix. The other, standard method takes a small piece of your own gum tissue from the roof of your mouth (autogenous gingival graft). We want to see if Star Matrix can work as well as the standard method to increase the width of your protective gum tissue. You might be able to join if you are an adult between 20 and 80 years old, need gum augmentation on both sides of your lower jaw, and are generally healthy. The main goal is to measure how much the gum tissue widens after 6 months with each treatment. The current status of this study is unclear.

Study design

This is a randomized controlled trial involving 12 participants. It is a "split-mouth" study, meaning each participant will receive both treatments in different areas of their mouth.

What's involved

You would need to sign a consent form, follow study instructions, and return for all required visits. The primary measurement for success is taken at 6 months.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

The primary outcome is measured at 6 months after treatment.

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