CompletedNot Applicable

Evaluation of the Rate of En-masse Retraction in Orthodontic Patients With Maxillary Protrusion

Egypt30 participantsStarted 2020-12-29

Plain-language summary

There's a scarcity in literature concerning en-masse retraction and its effect on the rate of tooth movement. The purpose of this study is to determine, In orthodontic patients with maxillary protrusion, which form of mechanics in en-masse retraction offers a faster rate of retraction; Friction or Frictionless Mechanics.

Who can participate

Age range

14 Years – 24 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults and Adolescent patients (both genders) * Age range (14-24) * Patients with maxillary protrusion requiring first premolars extraction (Bimaxillary Protrusion or Class II division 1 cases). * Patients with fully erupted permanent teeth (not necessarily including the third molar). * Cases requiring maximum anchorage during retraction. * Good general and oral health Exclusion Criteria: * Patients suffering from any systemic diseases interfering with tooth movement. * Patients with extracted or missing permanent teeth. (except for third molars). * Patients with badly decayed teeth. * Patients with any parafunctional habits (i.e. Bruxism, tongue thrusting, mouth breathing, etc…). * Patients with previous orthodontic treatment

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?

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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

Retraction Rate

Timeframe: From pre to post retraction (an average of 6 - 8 months)

Trial details

NCT IDNCT04902430

SponsorFuture University in Egypt

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2022-07-18

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