Clear aligners vs braces for open bite
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to correct an open bite where your front teeth don't meet: clear aligners (like Invisalign) and traditional braces. It aims to see which method works better for adults like you.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 30 years old.
- You have an anterior open bite of at least 2 mm (your front teeth don't touch when you bite).
- You have a Class I bite, which means your back teeth fit together normally.
- You have good oral hygiene and healthy gums.
- You have not had braces or other orthodontic treatment before.
- You do not have any conditions like cleft lip/palate, jaw joint problems, or active gum disease.
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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