Shining a light on faster smiles: laser may speed up orthodontic treatment

NCT ID NCT07390357

First seen Feb 05, 2026 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 10 times

Summary

This study tested if shining a special low-level red light on the gums can speed up tooth movement during braces. Eighteen adults with braces had one side of their mouth treated with the light while the other side was not. The goal was to see if the light therapy could help teeth move faster without surgery or extra drugs.

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Locations

  • Ka-dent, Lipowa 18

    Wschowa, 67-400, Poland

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