Which palate expander works best for teens? study compares three devices

NCT ID NCT07404488

First seen Feb 14, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 17 times

Summary

This study looked at 36 teenagers aged 10-15 who needed their upper jaw widened. It compared three different expander devices: one attached to teeth, and two attached to small screws in the palate. The goal was to see which device works best for widening the jaw and improving breathing, while causing the least harm to teeth and gums. Results were measured with 3D scans before and 6 months after treatment.

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Locations

  • Sapienza University of Rome

    Rome, Rm, 00161, Italy

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