Expanding the upper jaw with clear aligners in cleft lip and palate patients
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Genetic & congenital, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests whether clear aligners can safely widen the upper jaw in children with cleft lip and palate who still have some baby teeth. It may be an option for those needing jaw expansion without braces.
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Who can take part
- You are a child with both baby and permanent teeth (mixed dentition).
- You were born with a cleft lip and palate on both sides of the mouth.
- Your lip was repaired between 3 and 6 months old and your palate was repaired between 12 and 24 months old.
- Your upper jaw is too narrow and needs to be expanded.
- You have healthy gums and teeth with no active gum disease.
- You have never had braces or other orthodontic treatment before.
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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