3D scans may save your gums during invisible braces treatment

NCT ID NCT07513792

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Liege Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether using 3D imaging (CBCT) to plan clear aligner treatment can lower the chance of gum recession. Forty adults who want to widen their dental arches will be randomly assigned to either 3D-guided or standard 2D planning. Researchers will track gum health, bone changes, and airway size over the course of treatment to see if the advanced imaging makes a difference.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: 3D CBCT-guided orthodontic treatment planning with clear aligners
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that using 3D imaging for planning aligner treatment reduces the risk of gum recession and other periodontal problems.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The 3D imaging may not provide significant benefits over standard planning.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

gingival recession

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CONE BEAM COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY GINGIVAL RECESSION ORTHODONTIC

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Liege
RECRUITING

Liège, Liege, 4000, Belgium

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