New study tests which attachment removal method is less painful for aligner patients

NCT ID NCT07259642

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Hacettepe University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested two methods for removing clear aligner attachments: one using special pliers followed by a drill, and the other using only a drill. Thirty-two adults who finished Invisalign treatment had each method tested on different sides of their mouth. Researchers measured pain levels and removal time to find which approach is more comfortable and efficient.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Adhesive removal plier and tungsten carbide bur
What this could lead to: If one method is clearly less painful, dentists may adopt it to make the end of orthodontic treatment more comfortable for patients.
What could go wrong: This is a small, single-center study with only 32 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Pain is subjective and can vary widely.

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ORTHODONTIC ORTHODONTIC ALIGNERS ORTHODONTIC PAIN (D013850) ORTHODONTIC PATIENT EXPERIENCE

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Locations

Hacettepe University Faculty of Dentistry Department of Orthodontics

Ankara, 06230, Turkey (Türkiye)

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