One tiny screw could fix your open bite
NCT ID NCT04419805
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a single temporary anchorage device (TAD) placed in the roof of the mouth can correct an anterior open bite by pushing the upper molars inward. Thirty-two orthodontic patients with a 1-6mm open bite will be randomly assigned to get either one palatal TAD or two buccal TADs. The goal is to see if the single TAD works as well and is more comfortable.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
temporary anchorage device (TAD)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a simpler, less invasive way to correct anterior open bite using just one TAD instead of two.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 32 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The device may not work as well as the standard two-TAD approach.
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Locations
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Dundee Dental Hospital
Dundee, DD1 4HR, United Kingdom