Comparing two techniques for treating impacted maxillary canines
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
NA · Malmö University · NCT06833034
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
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 66 (estimated) |
| Ages | 10 Months to 18 Months |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Malmö University (other) |
| Locations | 2 sites (Lund, Skåne County and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06833034 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
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.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients with palatally impacted maxillary canines on one side, with an angle of less than 45 degrees.
Not a fit: Patients with clefts, syndromes, previous orthodontic treatment, or canines with angles greater than 45 degrees will not benefit from this study.
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 performed: While there have been studies on surgical exposure techniques, this specific comparison of a novel method versus a conventional method is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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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 this trial is running
Lund, Skåne County and 1 other locations
- Borgska villans specialisttandvård — Lund, Skåne County, Sweden (NOT_YET_RECRUITING)
- Malmö universitet — Malmö, Skåne County, Sweden (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Mikael Sonesson, Docent
- Email: mikael.sonesson@mau.se
- Phone: SWE: 040 665 84 47
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Impacted Canines, impacted maxillary canines