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Can a different bracket setup save tooth roots during braces?

NCT ID NCT07744685

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First seen Aug 04, 2026 · Last updated Aug 05, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial compares three orthodontic techniques for pulling the upper front teeth backward in adults with Class II malocclusion. All methods use small temporary screws for anchorage, but they differ in bracket design and archwire setup. The goal is to see which approach causes the least root shortening, a common side effect of braces. Sixty adults will be randomly assigned to one of the three methods, and X-rays will track root length changes over time.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Three orthodontic retraction techniques: bidimensional bracket system, hybrid dual-section archwire, and conventional sliding mechanics, all using miniscrew anchorage.
What this could lead to
If one method proves gentler on tooth roots, it could guide orthodontists toward safer treatment choices, reducing the risk of permanent root shortening for patients.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial, and results may not apply to all patients. Root resorption is measured on X-rays, which may not capture the full picture, and individual variation is high.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

60 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jul 2025

Finished

Jun 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 30 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18-30 years. * Class II Division 1 dental malocclusion according to Angle classification * Mild-to-moderate skeletal Class II discrepancy, with an ANB angle greater than 4° and not exceeding 7°. * Overjet ranging from 5 to 9 mm. * Presence of all six maxillary anterior teeth. * Maxillary anterior teeth fully erupted and with complete root formation. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with previous orthodontic treatment. * Missing permanent maxillary teeth. * Active periodontal disease. * History of trauma to any maxillary anterior tooth. * Previous endodontic treatment of any maxillary anterior tooth. * Periapical pathology involving any maxillary anterior tooth. * Extensive coronal restorations that could interfere with crown-length measurement. * Radiographic evidence of pre-existing root resorption before orthodontic treatment.

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Conditions

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Locations

  • Faculty of Dentistry

    Damascus, DM20AM19, Syria

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