Orthodontic braces study and how they affect jaw joints
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study looks at whether multi-attachment orthodontic treatment (either on the front or back of teeth) changes the temporomandibular joint, which is the jaw joint. The researchers will assess your jaw joint using a tool called Modjaw.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You are having your first orthodontic/dentofacial consultation at the Montpellier dental clinic
- You need multi-attachment orthodontic treatment for 2 years or less
- Your planned braces are fixed (on the front or the back of teeth), not clear aligners
- You can sign informed consent
- You do not have a syndrome, general bone/joint disease, or other major joint or bone problems
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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