Efficiency of Piezotome-Corticision Assisted Orthodontics (NCT02026258) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Efficiency of Piezotome-Corticision Assisted Orthodontics
United States41 participantsStarted 2011-12
Plain-language summary
The aim of this study is to evaluate the hypothesis that a piezotome-corticision procedure will have a transient acceleratory effect on the rate of tooth alignment and the overall treatment time. In addition, the subjects in the piezotome-corticision orthodontics group will experience a different level of pain, comfort, and satisfaction as opposed to the conventional orthodontics group.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion criteria:
* Adult patients 18 or older
* Single arch or double arch treatment
* Non-extraction treatment in the mandibular arch
* Presence of full complement dentition from first molar to first molar
* No spaces in the mandibular arch
* Mandibular anterior irregularity index greater than 5
* Patient with healthy periodontium and attachment loss of up to 2mm
* The amount of crowding should allow for bracket placement
* No therapeutic intervention planned involving intermaxillary or other intraoral or extraoral appliances including elastics, lip bumpers, maxillary expansion appliances, or headgear prior to the complete alignment of mandibular anterior teeth.
Exclusion criteria:
* Failure to provide oral and written consent to participation
* Medical problems that affect tooth movement (Refer to Appendix I)
* Presence of primary teeth in the mandibular anterior area
* Missing permanent mandibular anterior teeth
* Inability to place brackets in the anterior mandibular teeth
* Breakage of any of the mandibular anterior brackets that have not been replaced within a week
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Number of Days to Complete Alignment of Mandibular Anterior Teeth Based on Little's Irregularity Index
Timeframe: From the placement of the first wire to complete alignment of mandibular anteiror teeth, assessed up to 9 months