Vitamin shots may speed up braces and cut pain, study finds

NCT ID NCT06847880

First seen Apr 04, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study tested whether injecting vitamins C or E into the gums could help teeth move faster and reduce pain during braces treatment. 51 people with crowded teeth received either a vitamin shot or a placebo every two weeks for six months. Researchers measured tooth movement, root damage, and pain levels to see if these vitamins made orthodontic treatment more comfortable and efficient.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Baghdad Al-Karkh Health Directorate, Baghdad, Iraq

    Baghdad, Baghdad Governorate, 10013, Iraq

  • Baghdad Al-Rusafa Health Directorate

    Baghdad, Baghdad Governorate, 10061, Iraq

  • College of Dentistry, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq

    Baghdad, Baghdad Governorate, 10071, Iraq

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