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3D-Printed teeth: a better fit for kids?

NCT ID NCT06047925

Disease control Sponsor: Ain Shams University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 17, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Summary

This trial tests whether 3D-printed crowns work better than standard stainless-steel crowns for restoring damaged first permanent molars in children. The study will compare how well each crown holds up, its effect on gum health, and how satisfied children and parents are with the result. Forty children with badly decayed or defective molars will receive either a 3D-printed or stainless-steel crown and be followed for 18 months.

What this could mean

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Active substance
3D-printed crown or prefabricated stainless-steel crown
What this could lead to
If successful, 3D-printed crowns could offer a more comfortable and better-fitting option for children needing tooth restoration.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to all children. 3D-printed crowns may not be as durable as stainless-steel crowns.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

40 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jun 2023

Finished

Aug 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

10 to 13 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Children included in the study should conform to the following criteria: 1. Badly broken-down endodontically treated first permanent molar 2. First permanent molar with extensive multi-surface caries. 3. First permanent molar with structural developmental defects such as hypoplasia, Molar-Incisor Hypomineralization (MIH), Amelogenesis Imperfecta, and Dentinogenesis Imperfecta Exclusion Criteria: * Children who are uncooperative needing sedation or general anesthesia. * Children who are physically or mentally disabled or having any medical condition that will complicate the treatment. * Molars of poor prognosis

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

amelogenesis imperfecta dental caries dentinogenesis imperfecta

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

3D printed crowns

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Faculty of dentistry Ainshams university

    Cairo, 11361, Egypt

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