New braces wire may straighten teeth faster and with less pain

NCT ID NCT07176871

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether heat-activated nickel-titanium (HANT) archwires straighten teeth better than conventional nickel-titanium wires in people with braces. Fifty-two patients aged 16 to 25 with crowded upper front teeth were randomly assigned to one wire type. Researchers measured how quickly teeth aligned over 6 months, checked root and bone health with 3D scans, and recorded pain levels. The goal was to see if HANT wires offer a more efficient and comfortable orthodontic experience.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: heat-activated nickel-titanium (HANT) archwires
What this could lead to: If HANT wires prove more effective, they could become a standard option for faster, more comfortable teeth straightening in braces.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial with only 52 patients, so results may not apply to everyone. The difference between wire types might be small or not clinically meaningful.

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Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy

Can Tho, 90000, Vietnam

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