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Could new braces technology prevent white spots on teeth?

NCT ID NCT07752290

Disease control Sponsor: Foundation University Islamabad Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 07, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This trial compares two types of braces: new adhesive precoated (APC) flash-free brackets and conventional brackets. The goal is to see which one better protects tooth enamel from damage (demineralization) and keeps gums healthy during orthodontic treatment. The study involves 30 people with mild to moderate crowding who need braces. Researchers will measure enamel health using a special pen that detects early signs of decay.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Adhesive PreCoated (APC) flash-free brackets compared with conventional brackets
What this could lead to
If APC flash-free brackets prove better, they could become a preferred option in orthodontics, reducing the risk of white spots and gum problems during braces treatment.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study, so results may not apply to everyone. The outcome depends on individual oral hygiene and treatment complexity, and the new brackets may not show a significant advantage.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

30 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jul 2024

Finished

Dec 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

12 to 35 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Good periodontal health with no history of systemic problems * Mild to moderate crowding * Class I and Class II malocclusions * Non extraction treatment plan * Permanent dentition and no visible demineralization of buccal/labial surfaces of teeth * Absence of rotated teeth * No past history of orthodontic treatment Exclusion Criteria: * Severe Class III/Class II malocclusions * Primary/mixed dentition * Patients not willing to participate in the study

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Enamel demineralization

Contacts and locations

Locations

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    Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, 46000, Pakistan

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