Braces vs. aligners: which puts your teeth at greater risk for decay?
NCT ID NCT07550179
First seen Apr 28, 2026 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026
Summary
This study looked at 24 people getting braces or clear aligners to see which group developed more early cavities (white spots and hidden decay) over 6 months. Researchers used special scans to find cavities between teeth. The goal is to help patients and dentists choose the safer option for straightening teeth.
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University of Sharjah
Sharjah city, United Arab Emirates
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