Tiny bone holes may help adults get a wider smile without surgery
NCT ID NCT06467240
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 31 times
Summary
This study tested a dental device called a hybrid rapid maxillary expander, sometimes combined with tiny bone perforations (MOPs), to widen the upper jaw in adults aged 17-23. Fourteen people with a narrow upper jaw and crossbite took part. The goal was to see if the bone holes helped achieve more expansion with less discomfort.
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Dental Medicine Al-Azhar University
Cairo, Naser City, 4450113, Egypt
What this could mean
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Active substance
hybrid rapid maxillary expander assisted with micro-osteo perforation (MOPs)
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could offer a more effective way to widen the upper jaw in adults, potentially reducing the need for more invasive surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a very small study with only 14 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The procedure involves intentional bone perforations, which carry risks like pain, swelling, or infection.
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