Teen teeth study: do those tiny aligner buttons harm gums?
NCT ID NCT07506993
First seen Apr 07, 2026 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This study looks at whether the small attachments bonded to molars during clear aligner treatment cause more gum inflammation in teenagers. Researchers will measure inflammatory markers in the gum fluid of 30 teens, comparing those with attachments to those without. The goal is to understand the biological impact of attachments on gum health.
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University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry
Lincoln, Nebraska, 68358, United States
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