Jaw expander treatment for sleep apnea
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests a dental expander that gently widens the upper jaw over several months. It may help breathing during sleep and reduce sleep apnea symptoms.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with sleep apnea (AHI score of 5 or more).
- You are between 16 and 60 years old.
- You have your upper first molars (back teeth) present.
- Your upper jaw is narrow enough that it can be widened by at least 5 mm (a dentist will measure this).
- You are willing to pay the standard clinic fee for the treatment.
- You do not have severe obesity (BMI under 30), major health conditions, or previous jaw 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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