Clinical Trial

Three-dimensionally Printed Hyrax Versus Conventional Hyrax for Maxillary Arch Expansion in Adolescents

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Record status
This record was last updated February 13, 2026 (before its estimated August 1, 2026 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.
Summary
This clinical trial aims to compare the skeletal and dental effects of conventional Hyrax expanders and 3D-printed Hyrax expanders in adolescent patients with maxillary transverse deficiency. Using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) and digital models, the study evaluates the precision, customization, and treatment outcomes of both appliance types to inform evidence-based orthodontic treatment planning.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07411092
Lead Sponsor Ain Shams University
Conditions Transverse Maxillary Deficiency, Maxillary Expansion
Enrollment 22 participants
Start Date 2025-08-01
Primary Completion 2026-08-01 (estimated)
Study Completion 2027-01-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-02-13