Braces for better breathing? study tests if jaw realignment opens airways in children
NCT ID NCT04190953
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether orthodontic treatments like Twin Block and Hyrax appliances can improve breathing in children aged 8-14 with small jaws and narrow upper airways. Researchers will use 3D scans to measure changes in airway shape and airflow. The goal is to understand if correcting jaw alignment can reduce breathing effort, not to treat a disease directly.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Orthodontic appliances (Twin Block and Hyrax)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that common orthodontic treatments may also improve breathing in children with certain jaw and airway problems.
What could go wrong
This is an early observational study, not a treatment trial. It measures airflow changes, not health outcomes, so real-world breathing benefits are uncertain.
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University of Alberta
RECRUITINGEdmonton, Alberta, T6G 2R3, Canada
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