IFPE (Invisalign First Palatal Expander)

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA · Jan 19, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

The IFPE (Invisalign First Palatal Expander) clinical trial is studying a new type of removable dental appliance designed to help children and teens with narrow upper jaws. This condition often leads to issues with how teeth fit together, known as malocclusions. The researchers want to see how well this new expander works compared to traditional methods by gathering feedback from patients and measuring changes in the mouth's structure. This information will help them understand if this new device is effective for early orthodontic treatment.

To participate in the trial, patients must be in the mixed dentition stage (which means they have both baby and adult teeth), with specific teeth present in their upper jaw. They should also have a narrow upper jaw, which may show signs like a crossbite or a certain measurement related to tooth spacing. Participants will be closely monitored throughout the study to assess how the new expander affects their dental and overall jaw structure. It’s important to note that individuals with certain dental issues or previous orthodontic treatments may not be eligible for this trial.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Patients in mixed dentition with 6 present on both Right and Left in the upper arch
• • Patients with transverse maxillary deficiency (presence of unilateral or bilateral crossbite, or intermolar width (as measured where the palatal groove meets the gingival margin of the first molar) of 33 mm or less)
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • multiple and/or advanced caries,
• • missing teeth due to aplasia, trauma, or deep caries,
• • supernumerary teeth,
• • congenital craniofacial malformations or congenital or acquired systematic disease,
• • previous orthodontic treatment