Dental surgery may speed up braces for molar movement
NCT ID NCT03794726
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a special dental surgery called PAOO, done before braces, helps move back molars faster and with less discomfort. Forty adults with misaligned teeth will be randomly assigned to get braces alone or braces plus PAOO. Researchers will measure tooth movement and patient comfort over three months.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Periodontally Accelerated Osteogenic Orthodontic (PAOO) surgery
What this could lead to
If it works, this could make orthodontic treatment faster and more comfortable for adults needing molar movement.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The surgery adds risk of pain, swelling, or infection.
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