3D-printed vs. standard space maintainers in children
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests if a 3D-printed space maintainer works as well as the standard metal one to hold space after a baby tooth is lost. It may help kids who need to keep space for a permanent tooth coming in.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a lower first permanent molar that is just starting to come in.
- You and your parent can follow the study instructions.
- You are generally healthy and have no medical conditions.
- There is not enough space for the permanent tooth to come in without help.
- You lost a baby molar in the last week because of a cavity, infection, or natural tooth root loss.
- The back surfaces of your baby teeth (second molars and canines on the lower jaw) are cavity-free and not filled.
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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