Snap your way to straighter teeth: study tests photo tracking
NCT ID NCT05780788
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether photos taken with a smartphone can accurately track how teeth move during orthodontic treatment. 36 patients with braces who needed a tooth extraction took photos of their teeth, which were compared to professional 3D scans. The goal was to see if patient photos could reliably measure tooth movement over time, potentially allowing for remote monitoring.
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 lead to a simpler way for orthodontists to monitor tooth movement remotely using patient photos, reducing office visits.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small pilot study with only 36 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The accuracy of patient-taken photos may vary.
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UConn Health
Farmington, Connecticut, 06030, United States
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