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Could a simple electrical device ease braces pain without drugs?

NCT ID NCT07687810

Symptom relief Sponsor: Ajman University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 07, 2026 · Last updated Jul 21, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests whether a Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) device can reduce discomfort caused by orthodontic tooth movement. Participants have separators placed on their molars to mimic braces pain, then receive TENS on one side. They rate their discomfort before and after to see if the device helps.

What this could mean

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Active substance
TENS device
What this could lead to
If effective, TENS could offer a drug-free way to manage pain during orthodontic treatment.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 44 participants. The effect may be minimal or not apply to real braces pain.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

44 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Feb 2024

Finished

Apr 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

20 to 35 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Full permanent dentition excluding third molars. * Sound not carious nor endodontic treated contralateral first molars. * Interproximal contact mesial and distal to first molar present on both upper and lower molars. Exclusion Criteria: * Dental pain. * Heart arrhythmias. * History of seizures. * Taking any pain medication during the test period. * Missing tooth excluding third molars. * Endodontic treated or carious first molar. * Spacing mesial or distal to the first molar.

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Discomfort relief during orthodontic tooth movement Non-pharmacological pain management Orthodontic discomfort

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ajman University

    Ajman, Ajman Emirate, 00000, United Arab Emirates

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