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Tongue-Side attachments may keep teeth Spot-Free during clear aligner treatment

NCT ID NCT07368296

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Jordan University of Science and Technology Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

White spot lesions are a common cosmetic problem during orthodontic treatment. This study tests whether placing the small composite attachments on the tongue side of clear aligners, instead of the front, reduces these spots. Fifty-two young adults with mild to moderate crowding are being followed to measure changes in tooth mineral loss and plaque buildup.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
lingual attachment placement
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a simple design change in clear aligners that reduces the risk of white spots on teeth.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 52 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. White spot prevention depends on many factors beyond attachment placement.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

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

52 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Feb 2025

Expected to finish

May 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 35 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Medically fit young adults * The patient should have mild to moderate crowding or spacing of teeth. * The treatment plan should be non-extraction. * Patients should have optimum oral hygiene before beginning the treatment. * The patient may have a maximum of three teeth with either fillings or dental prostheses. (According to the British national institute of health, NIH 2016). Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with defective enamel, generalized enamel disorder, or extensive dental restorations. * Patients with syndromes or orofacial anomalies. * Patients with salivary gland diseases or taking medications that may affect oral flora or salivary functions. * Patients who are pregnant or diabetic. * Patients use mouth rinses or any extra form of fluoride other than toothpaste.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

enamel caries

As listed by the trial registrant

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White spot lesion of tooth

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • postgraduate orthodontic clinics at JUST

    Irbid, 22110, Jordan

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