Jaw-Widening device may ease sleep apnea without surgery

NCT ID NCT07734688

Not yet recruiting Disease control Sponsor: University of Malaya Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 29, 2026 · Last updated Jul 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether a miniscrew-assisted rapid palatal expander (MARPE) can reduce obstructive sleep apnea severity in people aged 16 to 60. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either standard care alone or standard care plus the expander, which widens the upper jaw over three months. Researchers measure changes in breathing during sleep, daytime sleepiness, and quality of life to see if the device offers added benefit.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: a dental device called a miniscrew-assisted rapid palatal expander (MARPE) that widens the upper jaw
What this could lead to: If it works, MARPE could offer a non-surgical way to improve breathing and reduce sleep apnea severity in adults.
What could go wrong: This is a small early trial with only 24 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The device requires daily activation and may cause discomfort or dental side effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

obstructive sleep apnea syndrome

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

OSA - OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA PALATAL EXPANSION TECHNIQUE

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