Digital bite scans could make jaw splints fit better
NCT ID NCT07356622
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether different digital bite recording methods affect how well Michigan splints (mouthpieces for jaw pain) fit. Ten adults with jaw disorders each had four splints made using different digital workflows. Researchers measured how much adjustment was needed to make each splint fit properly. The goal was to find the most accurate digital method to improve dental care.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to more accurate and efficient digital workflows for making occlusal splints, reducing chair time for dentists and patients.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, completed study (10 participants) focused on technical outcomes, not on treating TMD itself. Results may not apply to all patients or dental practices.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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King's College London
London, Sothwarck, SE1 9RT, United Kingdom
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