Choosing treatment for missing upper side teeth
Part of Genetic & congenital, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study looks at how young people decide between two ways to treat missing upper side teeth: closing the gap with braces or opening it and placing a false tooth later. Taking part involves talking about your experience so doctors can help future patients make better choices.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 11 and 18 years old
- You are missing one or both upper side teeth next to your two front teeth
- You are currently getting braces or dental work for those missing teeth, or you finished this treatment less than a year ago
- You have been seen at a special clinic for missing teeth where both options—closing the gap or opening it—were offered
- You do not have a cleft lip or cleft palate
- You can communicate in English (or use a professional translator if needed)
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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