Self-reported and Experimental Pain in Patients Undergoing Orthodontic Treatment

Last updated: May 17, 2024
Sponsor: Midwestern University
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

Pain

Treatment

N/A

Clinical Study ID

NCT06426238
CIRB_23010
  • Ages > 14
  • All Genders

Study Summary

Pressure Pain Threshold (PPT) is defined as the minimum force applied to an area that is perceived as pain. PPT is considered an objective measurement tool to assess pain levels. Studies have assessed the difference in pain levels between clear aligners and fixed appliances using subjective pain scales. No study has utilized PPT to evaluate the difference in pain between aligners and fixed braces at different time points. This study will aim to compare the self- reported and experimental pain perception between the clear aligner and fixed appliance therapies during the phase of crown alignment and to assess how long pain is perceived in the following five days from the adjustment of the appliance.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • consecutive consented patients (> 14 years old) beginning an orthodontic treatmenton both arches, either with aligners or fixed appliance at the MidwesternUniversity, Multidisciplinary Clinic;

  • patients in possession of an email address and Internet connection.

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • patients with generalized systemic conditions known to affect the overall body painand pressure pain threshold assessment (e.g., fibromyalgia, autoimmune conditionssuch as multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis),

  • untreated dental caries.

Study Design

Total Participants: 38
Study Start date:
January 03, 2024
Estimated Completion Date:
August 31, 2025

Connect with a study center

  • Midwestern University

    Downers Grove, Illinois 60515
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

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