Jaw notch may hold key to better-fitting dentures
NCT ID NCT04694196
First seen Jun 26, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a specific spot on the jawbone, called the coronoid notch, can be used as a guide to set the occlusal (bite) plane for dentures. Forty adults with natural teeth and a normal bite had their occlusal plane measured relative to this notch. The goal is to find a stable landmark that helps dentists make dentures that fit better and work well.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could give dentists a reliable way to set the bite plane for dentures, improving comfort and function.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early study in people with natural teeth, not denture wearers. Results may not apply to edentulous patients or general practice.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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40 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Sep 2021
- Finished
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Dec 2021
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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21 to 27 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion : * Stable systemic health, including absence of a history of cardiovascular disease * No evidence of infection or trauma in oral region * Negative history of TMJ disorders * All subjects had natural maxillary and mandibular All subjects exhibited Class I skeletal and dental relationships with no prosthetic dental replacement. Exclusion Criteria: Subjects with Claa II or Class III relationships,fractured or abraded edges of the teeth,ankyloglossia and orthodontic treatment were excluded from the study.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Fadi Jnaid
Damascus, Rif-dimashq Governorate, Syria