Simple morning trick may stop sleep apnea device from ruining your bite
NCT ID NCT07103941
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests two simple ways to prevent bite changes in people using a mouthpiece for sleep apnea or snoring. Some participants will use a special aligner each morning to gently guide their jaw back into place, while others will do daily jaw exercises. The goal is to see which method better prevents the back teeth from not meeting properly. The study will follow 30 adults for 3 months with dental scans and surveys.
What this could mean
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Active substance
AM Aligner (interocclusal aligner device)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple morning routine to prevent unwanted bite changes in people using a mandibular advancement device for sleep apnea.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early study with only 30 participants and a short 3-month follow-up. Results may not apply to everyone, and the aligner or exercises may not prevent bite changes as hoped.
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Orofacial Pain Center - University of Kentucky - Kentucky Clinic
RECRUITINGLexington, Kentucky, 40536, United States
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