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Compares treatment options for Angle Class I Malocclusion
Official title Clinical Performance of Direct-Printed Versus Thermoformed Aligners
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07637227
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this study is to evaluate and compare the clinical effectiveness of in-office directly 3D-printed clear aligners versus conventional multilayered thermoformed aligners. The main question it aims to answer is: Does the use of in-office direct-printed shape-memory aligners result in superior clinical effectiveness, compared to established multilayer thermoformed aligner systems?
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 15 to 30. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Adult patient with an age range of 15-30 with fully erupted all permanent dentitions excluding third molars, and a willingness to participate in the...
- Angle Class I non-extraction cases, presented with mild crowding or spacing (\<5 mm) and dental rotation \<30° .
- Good oral hygiene; no active caries/periodontal disease, no history of trauma or root resorption.
You likely can't join if
- Pregnancy, smoking, and systemic conditions affecting bone remodeling.
- Subject with poor oral hygiene, using simplified oral hygiene index (OHI-S ≥ 3.1 ) (Greene \& Vermillion, 1963).
- Patient with malposed lower second molars (need orthodontic alignment).
- Allergy to materials used (resins, plastics, solvents).
- History of trauma, root resorption, and dilacerated roots.
- Previous extraction or history of previous orthodontic treatment.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Baghdad, Bab Al-Muadham, Iraq
- Baghdad, Iraq
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 15 years to 30 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Baghdad, Bab Al-Muadham, Iraq; Baghdad, Iraq. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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