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Interceptive Study of Ectopic Eruption of Permanent Maxillary Canine Teeth

Norway70 participantsStarted 2014-09

Plain-language summary

The purpose of this study is to see whether extraction of the primary canine tooth or extraction of both the primary canine - and the primary first molar tooth is most effective in the treatment of palatally ectopic canine teeth in the maxilla. In addition the study will also measure pain and discomfort in relation to these two treatment alternatives.

Who can participate

Age range

9 Years – 13 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * mixed dentition with both primary maxillary canine and primary maxillary first molars present * palatally ectopic canines present. (palatally ectopic canines will be diagnosed via measurements developed by Ericson and Kurol using DPT images. A canine with and alpha angle of ≥ 25 degrees in sectors 2 through 5, and palatal position observed on intraoral radiographs Exclusion Criteria: * previous orthodontic treatment * any disease not allowing local anesthesia or extraction * craniofacial syndromes, cleft lip palate * odontomas, cysts

Questions worth asking your doctor

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.

1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

Change in permant canine tooth position measured by Sector and Alpha angle

Timeframe: 12 months

Trial details

NCT IDNCT02675036

SponsorUniversity of Tromso

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2019-06

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