Custom metal retainer for bottom teeth after braces
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests a custom-made metal retainer that fits behind your lower front teeth. The retainer is designed using a computer and made from a special dental alloy (cobalt-chromium). It aims to keep your teeth straight after braces.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have finished wearing braces or fixed appliances and your teeth are now properly aligned.
- Your lower front teeth are all present, healthy, and normal in size and shape.
- You have good daily oral hygiene habits (brushing and flossing).
- You are in good general health and do not have uncontrolled diabetes or other health issues that affect your gums.
- You do not grind or clench your teeth, smoke, or have any missing/broken/filled lower front teeth.
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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