Custom plates to fix uneven jaw in facial asymmetry
Part of Injuries & trauma, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests whether custom-made surgical plates can more accurately correct a tilted upper jaw (maxillary cant) in people with facial asymmetry. It aims to improve surgical precision and outcomes.
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Who can take part
- You are older than 18 years
- Your upper jaw is tilted (maxillary cant)
- Your face is asymmetrical (not balanced left and right)
- You have not been diagnosed with a craniofacial syndrome
- You have no history of tumors or trauma in the face or jaw area
- You do not have a cleft lip or cleft palate
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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