Can a simple dental device help a Child's jaw grow forward?

NCT ID NCT03286569

Summary

This study is testing if a special dental appliance that widens the upper jaw can help guide the lower jaw to grow forward in children. It will involve 60 children, aged 9-11, who have a lower jaw that sits too far back. Researchers will use special 3D X-rays to measure changes in jaw size and position over 9 months.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • University of Alberta

    RECRUITING

    Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2R3, Canada

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