Expanding the upper jaw for cross-bite in children
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial compares two dental appliances to widen the upper jaw in children with a cross-bite, a condition where the upper teeth sit inside the lower teeth when biting down. The goal is to see which device works better to correct this bite issue.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 9 and 12 years old.
- Your child has a cross-bite on the back teeth because the upper jaw is too narrow.
- Your child has not had braces or other orthodontic treatment before.
- Your child has good oral hygiene and is cooperative during dental visits.
- Your child does not have major jaw growth problems (front-back or vertical).
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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