Stem cell bone repair for cleft lip and palate
Part of Genetic & congenital, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests a new treatment that uses a child's own stem cells from a baby tooth to help repair a gap in the upper jaw bone caused by a cleft lip and palate. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and works better than standard bone grafting.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are a child aged 7 to 12 years old
- You have a cleft lip and palate that affects one side of the upper jaw
- You have had a baby tooth saved and stored so stem cells can be used from it
- Your upper teeth and jaw have been straightened with braces and are ready for surgery
- You have not had any previous surgery to repair the cleft in the jawbone
- You are healthy enough for surgery and are up to date on your vaccinations
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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