Comparing two braces for jaw alignment
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study compares two types of braces (functional appliances) used to fix an overbite caused by a lower jaw that is too far back. It looks at which brace works better for growing teenagers. If your child needs jaw alignment, this trial could help them get treatment.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Your child has a specific type of overbite (Class II) where the lower jaw is set back, with a gap of 8 mm or more between the front teeth.
- Your child is still growing (not an adult).
- Your child has not had any braces or orthodontic treatment before.
- Your child's jaw growth pattern is either horizontal or neutral (not vertical).
- Your child has no jaw joint problems (like clicking or pain in the jaw) and no other developmental conditions affecting growth.
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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