Bite splints may reshape your smile – study tests the effect
NCT ID NCT07491640
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how raising or lowering the bite (occlusal vertical dimension) with special splints changes the lower face and lips. Fifty adults with full dentures will have their bite temporarily adjusted and their face scanned in 3D. The goal is to understand how bite height influences facial form and lip position, which could improve dental treatments.
What this could mean
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Active substance
removable bite splints (device)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help dentists better design dentures and bite adjustments for improved facial appearance and lip function.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage observational study with only 50 participants. Results may not apply to people with natural teeth or facial differences.
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Houston, Texas, 77030, United States
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