Which palate expander works best? new study compares three devices
NCT ID NCT07404488
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at three different devices used to widen the upper jaw in teenagers aged 10 to 15. One device uses two small screws anchored to the bone, another uses four screws, and the third is a traditional tooth-borne expander. The goal was to see which device works best for widening the jaw and improving breathing, with 36 participants completing the study.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Palatal expander device (bone-borne or tooth-borne)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help dentists choose the best expander for teens, leading to more effective jaw widening and fewer side effects.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with only 36 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The devices are already in use, so no major new treatment is expected.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Sapienza University of Rome
Rome, Rm, 00161, Italy
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