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Nanocoated screws could make braces work faster

NCT ID NCT07521267

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Al-Azhar University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compares two types of tiny screws used in braces to help move upper front teeth. One type has a special silver-hydroxyapatite coating, while the other is uncoated. Researchers want to see if the coated screws are more successful and allow faster tooth movement. The trial involves 14 teenagers with specific bite problems who need extractions as part of their orthodontic treatment.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
silver-hydroxyapatite nanocoated titanium miniscrews
What this could lead to
If it works, this could lead to more stable and effective orthodontic anchorage, reducing treatment time and complications.
What could go wrong
This is a very small early study with only 14 participants, so results may not apply widely. The coating might not improve success or could cause local irritation.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autosomal dominant prognathism Malocclusion, Angle Class I

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CLASS I MALOCCLUSION MAXILLARY PROGNATHISM ORTHODONTIC TOOTH MOVEMENT

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Faculty of Dental Medicine (Boys), Al-Azhar University

    RECRUITING

    Cairo, Cairo Governorate, 4434103, Egypt

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