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Comparison of Patient-reported Pain After Initial Archwire Placement

RecruitingNAAges 12 Years - anyAllUniversity of Colorado, Denver
NCT03906422 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Three different types of 'archwires' can be used in Orthodontic treatment, wire choice is decided by treating Orthodontist based on professional preference since research shows that all types are equally effective. It is possible that one type of wire engenders more patient discomfort. This study will compare the discomfort levels engendered by the three wire types to determine if there is one that induces the least amount.

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Healthy, with no significant systemic diseases or complications or special needs 2. Requiring a minimum of 1 dental arch (first molar to first molar) labial fixed orthodontic appliance banded/bonded in 1 appointment 3. All banded/bonded teeth can be ligated to initial archwire (no severely displaced or blocked out teeth). 4. Any planned dental extractions that is part of the orthodontic treatment plan must be carried out at least 3 weeks prior to or after initial orthodontic appliance bonding. 5. Age 12 years or older Exclusion Criteria: 1. Currently taking or recently taken sulfonamides, monoamine oxidase inhibitors, tricyclic antidepressants, or phenothiazines 2. Currently taking physician-prescribed medical marijuana for the management of pain or recreational marijuana during the trial period 3. Metal-type (Nickel) allergies 4. Less than 12 years old 5. Same day use of analgesics prior to bonding 6. Treatment requiring dental extractions prior to or immediately after bonding of fixed appliance
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What it tests

  • 3M Unitek 0.016 orthodontic archwire
  • Device: 0.016" Ormco 27oC NiTi orthodontic archwire
  • Device: 0.016" Ormco 35oC NiTi orthodontic archwire
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Where

1 site
University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine
Aurora, United States
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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