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The Local Effect of Vitamin K2 on Bone Remodeling in Socket Preservation

The Local Effect of Vitamin K2 on Bone Remodeling in Socket Preservation

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18-80 years
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Overview

This study is a randomized controlled trial comparing the effects of socket grafting with crushed vitamin K2 (menaquinone)capsules versus no grafting on bone density and socket dimensions following tooth extraction. Patients are randomly assigned to one of two groups:

Study Group (Group I): Patients receive socket grafting with crushed vitamin K2 (menaquinone) capsules. The socket is covered with an absorbent sponge, and non-resorbable sutures are placed to stabilize the graft material and achieve soft tissue stability.

Control Group (Group II): Patients undergo socket healing without grafting. The socket is covered with an absorbent sponge, and non-resorbable sutures are placed over it.

Outcome measures include bone socket dimensions evaluated immediately after extraction with graft material, as well as assessment after 4 months using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) radiographs. Additionally, core biopsies are taken at the time of implant placement.

Description

The study is designed as a randomized controlled trial to investigate the effects of socket grafting with crushed vitamin K2 (menaquinone) capsules compared to no grafting on bone density and socket dimensions following tooth extraction.

Participants: Patients scheduled for tooth extraction are enrolled in the study and randomized into two equal groups.

11. Interventions

  • Patients were randomly divided into two equal groups.

In both groups:

Tooth extraction will perform under local anesthesia All sockets were thoroughly curetted to remove granulation tissue, followed by irrigation and rinsing with sterile saline.

Bone density and socket dimensions will be evaluated immediately after extraction with graft material and after 4 months by using a cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) radiograph and at the time of implant placement core biopsy will be taken.

In group I (study): the socket will be filled with crushed capsule of vitamin k211. Interventions

  • Patients were randomly divided into two equal groups.

In both groups:

Tooth extraction will perform under local anesthesia All sockets were thoroughly curetted to remove granulation tissue, followed by irrigation and rinsing with sterile saline.

Bone density and socket dimensions will be evaluated immediately after extraction with graft material and after 4 months by using a cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) radiograph and at the time of implant placement core biopsy will be taken.

In group I (study): the socket will be filled with crushed capsule of vitamin k2 and cover with an absorbent sponge a Figure of eight tension-free non-resorbable 3-0 sutures will be placed over the filled socket to stabilize the graft material in the socket and to achieve soft tissue stability.

in group II (control): the socket will be left to heal without grafting, and it will be covered with an absorbent sponge. A figure-of-eight tension-free non-resorbable 3-0 sutures will be placed over the socket.

and cover with an absorbent sponge a Figure of eight tension-free non-resorbable 3-0 sutures will be placed over the filled socket to stabilize the graft material in the socket and to achieve soft tissue stability.

in group II (control): the socket will be left to heal without grafting, and it will be covered with an absorbent sponge. A figure-of-eight tension-free non-resorbable 3-0 sutures will be placed over the socket.

Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:• Age > 18 years without other age or gender restrictions.

  • Patients requiring extraction of mandibular single-rooted teeth.

Exclusion Criteria:

  • • Patients with systemic conditions affecting bone metabolism.
    • Allergies or sensitivities to hydroxyapatite or Vitamin K2
    • Untreated or residual periodontal disease;
    • Uncontrolled diabetes (HbA1c > 7.5%);
    • Head and/or neck radiotherapy
    • Immunosuppressive therapy
    • Pregnant or nursing
    • Substance abuse
    • Treated or under treatment with intravenous amino-bisphosphonates
    • Patients participating in other studies, if the present protocol could not be properly followed.

Study details
    Socket Preservation

NCT06707909

Cairo University

15 September 2025

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