MALOCCLUSION

This study examines how orthodontic screening is carried out in public health care. Researchers will assess the treatment needs of children and teenagers aged 6 to 16 and ask them about how their dental alignment affects their quality of life. The goal is to understand current sc…

This study tests whether the way a clear aligner's edge meets the gumline changes the types of bacteria living in the gum pocket. 36 people in the finishing phase of orthodontic treatment wore aligners with two different edge designs at the same time—one covering a bit of gum, th…

This study compares stainless steel and titanium-molybdenum alloy wires for moving canine teeth in people with braces. Sixteen participants will have one type of wire on each side of their upper jaw to see which works better. The goal is to find out which wire moves teeth more ef…

This study looks at how metal and ceramic braces change the bacteria in dental plaque (biofilm) and affect gum health in 80 people with crooked teeth. Researchers will measure the types and amounts of bacteria, plaque buildup, and gum swelling. The goal is to understand how diffe…

This study looks at children aged 10-15 who need braces for prominent upper front teeth. Some will have upper premolars removed as part of treatment, others will not. Researchers will use sleep studies before and after treatment to see if the extractions increase the risk of obst…