AI-Powered smiles: could smart monitoring shorten braces time?

NCT ID NCT05573308

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: University of Illinois at Chicago Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 08, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether artificial intelligence and remote monitoring can help orthodontists decide when to switch to the next set of clear aligners, instead of using a fixed schedule. Participants wear clear aligners and use a smartphone app that tracks tooth movement with AI. The goal is to see if personalized aligner changes can reduce treatment duration and office visits while still achieving good results.

What this could mean

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Active substance: Clear aligners with Dental Monitoring AI software
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could shorten orthodontic treatment and reduce the number of in-office visits needed, making care more convenient.
What could go wrong: This is a small early study with only 12 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The AI's accuracy in real-world conditions is still unproven.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Malocclusion

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

MALOCCLUSION MISALIGNED TEETH

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Locations

Department of Orthodontics, College of Dentistry University of Illinois Chicago
RECRUITING

Chicago, Illinois, 60612-7211, United States

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Orthodontic Specialists of Lake County (Antioch)
SUSPENDED

Antioch, Illinois, 60002, United States
Orthodontic Specialists of Lake County (Grayslake)
SUSPENDED

Grayslake, Illinois, 60030, United States
Orthodontic Specialists of Lake County (Gurnee)
SUSPENDED

Gurnee, Illinois, 60031, United States

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