Braces study measures tooth blood flow to improve safety
NCT ID NCT07630818
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study looked at how applying orthodontic force (about 150g) to teeth affects oxygen levels in the tooth pulp. Researchers used CBCT scans and a special pulse oximeter on 35 patients aged 15-35 undergoing braces treatment. The goal was to understand how tooth anatomy and force influence pulp health, which could help make orthodontic treatment safer.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help orthodontists apply braces more safely by understanding how tooth pressure affects blood flow.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed observational study with only 35 participants. It does not test a treatment, so findings may not change practice directly.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy
Can Tho, 900000, Vietnam
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