Small study tests best force for safer tooth movement
NCT ID NCT07259720
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at 20 people who needed their upper front teeth moved back after having their first premolars removed. They were split into two groups: one used a 5-mm power arm and the other a 9-mm power arm to apply force. Researchers used 3D X-rays to measure changes in bone thickness and tooth position, aiming to find which force level is safer and more effective.
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 choose the best force level for safer, more predictable tooth movement.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It measures bone changes, not long-term outcomes.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Orthodontic Department, Faculty of Dentistry - Al-Azhar University
Cairo, Egypt
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