3D-Printed night guards could ease jaw pain from teeth grinding
NCT ID NCT07433725
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares 3D-printed night guards to standard acrylic ones for people who grind their teeth (bruxism). Forty-four adults will wear the splints during sleep for 3 months. Researchers will measure how much the splints wear down and ask participants about their satisfaction and quality of life. The goal is to see if the 3D-printed version works just as well.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- 3D-printed occlusal splint (night guard)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could show that 3D-printed night guards are a good alternative to standard ones, potentially making treatment more accessible and affordable.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 44 people. The 3D-printed splints might not be as durable or comfortable as expected, and results may not apply to everyone with bruxism.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Başkent University, Faculty of Dentistry
RECRUITINGAnkara, 06490, Turkey (Türkiye)
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