Ultrasound reveals hidden gum changes from retainers

NCT ID NCT07414264

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 53 people who had braces and then got a fixed lingual retainer (a wire glued behind the teeth). Researchers used ultrasound to measure gum thickness, bone levels, and other gum health signs at the start, 3 months, and 6 months after the retainer was placed. The goal was to see if the retainer causes any changes to the gums or bone over time.

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Contacts and locations

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  • Selcuk University Faculty of Dentistry

    Konya, Selçuklu, 42060, Turkey (Türkiye)

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