Maxillary expansion with a custom 3D-printed appliance
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests a computer-designed device to widen the upper jaw. It may help people with a narrow upper jaw or a crossbite (when upper teeth sit inside lower teeth).
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a narrow upper jaw (maxillary transverse deficit)
- You have a lateral crossbite (one or more upper teeth sit behind lower teeth)
- You have not had braces or other orthodontic treatment before
- You do not have a cleft palate or other craniofacial condition
- You are not pregnant
- You do not have active gum disease (periodontal lesions)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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