Can 3D printing give kids a better smile after tooth loss?
NCT ID NCT07752147
First seen Aug 07, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026
Summary
This trial tests whether 3D printed dental bridges are as good as or better than CAD/CAM-made bridges for preschool children who have lost one to four front teeth. The study will compare how long each type of bridge lasts, how healthy the gums stay, and how happy children and parents are with the look and function. Forty healthy children will be randomly assigned to receive one of the two bridge types and will be followed to see which approach offers better results for eating, speaking, and confidence.
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 modified fixed bridge or CAD/CAM fabricated modified fixed bridge
- What this could lead to
- If 3D printed bridges work as well or better than CAD/CAM ones, they could offer a faster, cheaper, and more comfortable way to restore young children's smiles after tooth loss.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial, so results may not apply to all children. The bridges could fail (debond or break) or cause gum irritation, and 3D printing may not prove superior to the standard approach.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Faculty of Dentistry
Tanta, 31111, Egypt