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Impact of Lingual Attachment on WSL Development in Clear Aligner Patients: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
Sponsor: Jordan University of Science and Technology
Summary
White spot lesions (WSLs) are a common esthetic complication during orthodontic treatment. While clear aligners (CAs) generally reduce WSL risk compared to fixed appliances, composite attachments remain plaque-retentive sites. This two-arm clinical trial investigated the effect of shifting attachments to lingual surfaces on WSL development.
Official title: Impact of Lingual Attachment Placement on White Spot Lesion Development in Clear Aligner Orthodontic Patients : A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 35 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
52
Start Date
2025-02-02
Completion Date
2027-05
Last Updated
2026-03-31
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Lingual attachment participants
WSL were measured on tooth surfaces of orthodontic patients wearing clear aligners with lingual attachments
Locations (1)
postgraduate orthodontic clinics at JUST
Irbid, Jordan