3D printed jaw brace could fix Children's bite without surgery
NCT ID NCT07710391
First seen Jul 17, 2026 · Last updated Jul 22, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This trial tests a new 3D printed dental appliance designed to correct an underdeveloped upper jaw in children aged 8-13 with class III malocclusion (where the lower jaw sticks out). The device, called a reverse twin block, is worn in the mouth to gently guide jaw growth over six months. Researchers will compare the 3D printed version to a conventional one to see if it improves jaw alignment, comfort, and oral health.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- a 3D printed reverse twin block appliance
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this 3D printed device could offer a more precise and comfortable way to correct jaw alignment in growing children, potentially reducing the need for more invasive surgery later.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The device is new and its long-term benefits or risks compared to standard care are not yet proven.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Collage of Dentistry, University of Baghdad
RECRUITINGBaghdad, Iraq
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