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Laser light may speed up tooth movement during braces

NCT ID NCT07597304

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

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tested whether shining low-level laser light on the gums can speed up the movement of canine teeth during orthodontic treatment. Forty people received laser therapy on one side of their mouth while the other side served as a comparison. The goal was to see if the laser could safely shorten the time needed for braces.

What this could mean

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Active substance
low-level laser therapy (650 nm and 976 nm wavelengths)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could help people finish orthodontic treatment faster by using painless laser sessions alongside braces.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 40 participants. The effect may be small or not apply to everyone, and long-term safety is not yet fully known.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

40 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

May 2025

Finished

Mar 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 45 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * good oral hygiene and the absence of any medications affecting bone metabolism. Exclusion Criteria: * systemic diseases, periodontal pathology, a history of previous orthodontic treatment, or the use of antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs during the study.\[

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Orthodontic treatment acceleration Photobiomodulation therapy

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Orthodontic Clinic, College of Dentistry, University of Kufa

    Najaf, Najaf Governorate, 54001, Iraq

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