Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 10 Months to 18 Months

Comparing two techniques for treating impacted maxillary canines

Official title: To Compare the Effectiveness of a Novel Closed Exposure Technique With Removal of Bone Tissue and a Conventional Technique During Treatment of Palatally Impacted Maxillary Canines by Closed Surgical Exposure and Fixed Orthodontic Appliance

Run by Malmö University · NCT06833034 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing two different surgical methods for treating impacted upper canine teeth to see which one works better and how patients feel about each option.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages10 Months to 18 Months
SexAll
Enrollment66 (estimated)
SponsorMalmö University
Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Lund, Skåne County and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMarch 7, 2025
Main results expectedJanuary 10, 2026
Study endsJuly 10, 2026
Registry record updatedMay 11, 2025
Trial IDNCT06833034 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are patients with palatally impacted maxillary canines on one side, with an angle of less than 45 degrees.

Probably not a fit

Patients with clefts, syndromes, previous orthodontic treatment, or canines with angles greater than 45 degrees will not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness and patient experiences of two surgical techniques for treating palatally impacted maxillary canines. One technique involves a novel closed exposure method with additional bone removal, while the other is a conventional method without bone removal. The study aims to compare these techniques in terms of treatment effectiveness and the anchorage situation for incisors. Participants will receive either treatment and their experiences, particularly regarding pain and discomfort, will be assessed.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more effective and comfortable treatment options for patients with impacted maxillary canines.

How similar studies have gone: While there have been studies on surgical exposure techniques, this specific comparison of a novel method versus a conventional method is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients with palatally impacted maxillary canine on one side, in sector 2-4 and with angle \<45º are included.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with clefts or syndromes
* Patients with earlier orthodontic treatment
* Patients with canines with angle \>45º (fig.1)
* Patients with canines with impacted canines in sectors 1 or 2

Where it's running

  • Malmö universitet
    Malmö, Skåne County, Sweden
    Recruiting
  • Borgska villans specialisttandvård
    Lund, Skåne County, Sweden
    Not yet recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
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Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.