3D-Printed Mouthguards for Kids in Sports: Speech & Function
Part of Injuries & trauma, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests whether custom 3D-printed mouthguards are better than regular ones for children who play contact sports. It looks at how the mouthguard affects speech and other mouth functions.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Your child is between 8 and 14 years old.
- Your child plays contact sports (like football, basketball, or martial arts).
- Your child needs a mouthguard for protection.
- Your child is willing to cooperate with the study procedures.
- Your child does not have a history of speech or neurological problems affecting mouth function.
- Your child is not currently in braces or other fixed orthodontic treatment.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This trial compares two types of mouth guards for children aged 8-14 who play contact sports, to see which type keeps its shape better. It could help choose the best mouth guard for protecting teeth during sports.
This study tests a custom 3D-printed bite splint to help heal straightforward jaw fractures in children aged 6–12. Instead of surgery, the splint guides the broken pieces back together while your child heals naturally.
This study compares two types of dental devices that hold space in a child's mouth after baby molars fall out early. The research tests whether a newer 3D-printed version works as well as or better than the traditional wire-based device.
This trial compares two types of dental appliances (one made the traditional way, one made with a 3D printer) for people who need part of their upper jaw removed. It aims to see which one works better for you.
This trial tests custom mouthguards made with a 3D printer for child and teen basketball players. It looks at whether the mouthguard helps players feel more aware of their mouth and improves their game performance.
This is a study looking at different types of sport mouthguards to see which ones best protect teeth during sports. You can join if you are 7 to 30 years old, play sports at least twice a week, and have healthy teeth and gums.
Hear when a new Mouthguard Use trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.