Toothbrush vibration could fix fused teeth, tiny study hints
NCT ID NCT05695105
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested two new methods to treat dental ankylosis, a condition where a tooth fuses to the jawbone, stopping normal growth. Five people aged 6 to 30 received either electric toothbrush vibration or mini-implant-assisted force to move the affected tooth. Researchers measured changes in tooth position and bone levels over 9 months to see if these treatments could help.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Electric toothbrush-generated vibration and mini-implant-assisted orthodontic treatment
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a new, less invasive way to treat dental ankylosis and reduce bone defects in affected teeth.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early study with only 5 participants and no control group. Results may not apply to everyone, and the treatments may not work as hoped.
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Rutgers School of Dental Medicine
Newark, New Jersey, 07103, United States