Jaw surgery and its effect on mood and looks
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Genetic & congenital, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study looks at how jaw surgery affects your mood and how you feel about your appearance. You will answer questions one week before surgery and again 6 months after, and you need to use social media as part of the research.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 40 years old.
- You do not have any serious medical conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, or thyroid problems.
- Your dentist or surgeon has told you that you need surgery on both your upper and lower jaws.
- You use at least one social media platform (like Instagram, WhatsApp, or TikTok).
- You are willing to fill out questionnaires before and 6 months after the surgery.
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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