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New treatment option for Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome
Official title Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Positioning Accuracy and Efficiency Using a Dental Compass.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06619574
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is being performed to determine if the use of the Dental Compass Articular and its software will produce therapeutic splints for TMD accurately and successfully, compare favorably with a cohort treated without the Dental Compass (for number of visits, splint modifications, and required CBCTs).
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 90
You may be able to join if
- for prospective active participants:
- TMJ dysfunction and pain
- CBCT indicates a non-Gelb 4/7 position or \< 1.8 mm bone to bone interval between the mandibular condyle and mandibular fossa anteriorly or...
You likely can't join if
- Planning a move within 9 months.
- Unwilling to provide two phone numbers and two email contacts.
- Not willing to express a willingness to come in for 4-6 month follow up if they have marked improvement or improvement in symptoms.
- Not living within 90-minute drive from clinic
- Transportation not reliable
- Involved in any other TMD study
See the full eligibility criteria
- for prospective active participants:
- TMJ dysfunction and pain
- CBCT indicates a non-Gelb 4/7 position or \< 1.8 mm bone to bone interval between the mandibular condyle and mandibular fossa anteriorly or posteriorly.
- Planning a move within 9 months.
- Unwilling to provide two phone numbers and two email contacts.
- Not willing to express a willingness to come in for 4-6 month follow up if they have marked improvement or improvement in symptoms.
- Not living within 90-minute drive from clinic
- Transportation not reliable
- Involved in any other TMD study
- Life threatening illness or major surgery planned
- Other major life stress that might interfere with completing the study
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Gainesville, Texas, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 90 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Gainesville, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.