New digital splint aims to quiet clicking jaws in teens
NCT ID NCT07345104
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a custom-made digital splint to reposition the jaw in 48 adolescents with painful, clicking jaw joints due to disc displacement. Participants wore the splint 24/7 and had regular check-ups with imaging. The goal was to improve pain, chewing, and quality of life. The splint was provided at no cost, but temporary discomfort was possible.
What this could mean
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Active substance
custom-fabricated hard acrylic repositioning splint
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a more precise, non-invasive way to treat jaw pain and clicking in adolescents with TMJ disc displacement.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 48 participants. The splint may cause temporary discomfort, and symptoms might not improve as expected.
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Locations
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School and Hospital of Stomatology, Fujian Medical University,
Fuzhou, Fujian, 350000, China