Tooth growth may reveal skeletal maturity, study hints

NCT ID NCT07141602

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether the calcification stages of the lower second molar can reliably indicate skeletal maturity in Egyptian adolescents aged 9 to 18. Researchers will compare dental X-rays with cervical vertebrae maturation index from lateral cephalometric X-rays in 212 participants. The goal is to see if dental development can serve as a practical tool for assessing bone age without additional radiation.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to

If successful, this could provide a simpler way to assess bone age using dental X-rays, reducing the need for hand-wrist radiographs.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. Results may only apply to the Egyptian population and need validation in other groups.

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Locations

  • Faculty of Dentistry-Cairo University

    Cairo, Egypt