Braces versus clear aligners for moderate teeth crowding
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to straighten teeth: self-ligating braces (a type of bracket) and clear aligners (like Invisalign). It looks at how well each works to fix moderate crowding.
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Who can take part
- You are between 16 and 32 years old
- You have all your permanent teeth (except wisdom teeth)
- You have moderate crowding (6-8 mm) in both upper and lower teeth
- You have never had braces or other teeth-straightening treatment before
- You do not need jaw surgery and your bite is Class I (normal bite)
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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