Shock therapy for braces pain? new trial tests TENS device
NCT ID NCT06573996
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a small device that sends gentle electrical pulses to the gums can reduce pain from braces. About 150 teens and adults will have the device used on one side of their mouth and a fake device on the other. They will rate their pain over three days to see if the real device helps.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
intraoral transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to ease pain during orthodontic treatment.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial. The device may not provide meaningful pain relief, and results may not apply to all patients.
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University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry
RECRUITINGSan Francisco, California, 94103, United States
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