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Comparison of Patient-reported Pain After Initial Archwire Placement
Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver
Summary
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.
Official title: Comparison of Patient-reported Pain After Initial Archwire Placement With Three Types of Nickel-titanium Archwires: a Prospective Triple-blind, Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
12 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
126
Start Date
2019-05-10
Completion Date
2028-06-01
Last Updated
2025-04-02
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
3M Unitek 0.016 orthodontic archwire
Placement of 3M Unitek 0.016 archwire for orthodontic treatment
Device: 0.016" Ormco 27oC NiTi orthodontic archwire
Placement of 0.016" Ormco 27oC NiTi orthodontic archwire
Device: 0.016" Ormco 35oC NiTi orthodontic archwire
Placement of 0.016" Ormco 35oC NiTi orthodontic archwire
Locations (1)
University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine
Aurora, Colorado, United States