New study tests Pain-Free braces removal with TENS and vibration
NCT ID NCT07293975
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests two methods—TENS (a mild electrical stimulation) and high-frequency vibration—to see if they can reduce pain when braces are taken off. 90 people who have finished orthodontic treatment will be randomly assigned to one of these methods or a control group. Pain and satisfaction will be measured right after the procedure. The goal is to find a simple, drug-free way to make braces removal more comfortable.
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 90 people
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- Started
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Jan 2026
- Expected to finish
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Sep 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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15 to 35 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patients scheduled for fixed orthodontic appliance removal. 2. Permanent dentition present, including both anterior and posterior teeth. 3. Age between 15-35 years. 4. Ability to provide informed consent and comply with study procedures. 5. General health adequate for routine orthodontic care. 6. No history of regular or recent medication intake within the preceding 24 hours, including painkillers, corticosteroids, or anti-flu drugs. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Patients with craniofacial anomalies, systemic conditions affecting pain perception, or taking medications influencing nociception. 2. Teeth with extensive restorations or prostheses that prevent standard bracket debonding. 3. Patients with known allergy or contraindication to TENS or vibration devices. 4. Pregnant women. 5. Active periodontal disease, including gingival recession or tooth mobility exceeding Grade I. 6. Excessive gingival overgrowth that may impede debonding or influence study outcomes.
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Locations
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College of Dentistry, University of Baghdad
RECRUITINGBaghdad, Iraq
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