New study measures face and jaw changes during palate expansion with bone anchors
NCT ID NCT06246656
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study looks at how the bones and soft tissues of the face change when the upper jaw is widened using a custom-made expansion device anchored to temporary bone screws. 38 people with a narrow upper jaw and crossbite will receive orthodontic treatment and have their progress tracked with 3D scans. The goal is to understand the exact changes that happen during this procedure.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could improve the precision and outcomes of palatal expansion procedures for correcting crossbites.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study (38 participants) focused on measuring tissue changes, not on long-term effectiveness or safety. Results may not apply to all patients.
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Medical University of Vienna, Department of Orthodontics
RECRUITINGVienna, State of Vienna, 1090, Austria
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