Chewing device vs. oral motor therapy for jaw alignment in kids
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Genetic & congenital, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests whether a special chewing device (Myo Munchee) can help improve jaw alignment and muscle function in children ages 3–5 who have both jaw alignment problems and orofacial myofunctional disorders. It compares the device to standard oral motor therapy.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 3 and 5 years old and will not turn 6 during the study.
- A dentist has found at least two signs of a jaw or teeth alignment problem, like a narrow upper jaw or a crossbite.
- A speech-language pathologist has identified at least one orofacial myofunctional disorder (e.g., tongue thrust, mouth breathing, or speech issues).
- Your child is generally healthy and not receiving ongoing treatment for a condition like asthma, sleep problems, or behavior issues.
- Your child's weight is normal (not overweight) and they have not had tongue tie surgery, used any oral devices, or had prior dental/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.
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