George Emil Palade University Of Medicine, Pharmacy, Sciences And Technology Of Targu Mures

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 looks at two different ways clear aligners are trimmed—one that sits on the gums and one that stops at the gum line—to see which leads to less plaque and healthier gums. Twenty adults with mild to moderate crowding will wear both designs at the same time (one on top, o…