Orthodontics
Conditions
Interventions
This is a clinical trial randomized split-mouth study. In this study, the individual serves as their own control, as enamel surface roughness will be evaluated before the intervention (bracket and att
Sponsors
Universidade Federal Fluminense
Universidade Federal Fluminense
Eligibility
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Individuals over 18 years old; good oral and general health; not currently undergoing orthodontic treatment; presence of all permanent teeth up to erupted first molars; absence of carious lesions or restorations on the buccal surface of the teeth; male or female genders
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Pregnant women; diabetics; history of dental trauma; bruxism; clinically visible cracks in the teeth; absence of space for bracket bonding on the teeth; Remnant Adhesive Index equal to 0
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| With this study, it is hoped to better support the orthodontist regarding the safest and most conservative method, among those presented, for removing residual resin from brackets and attachments, aiming at preserving the structure of the dental enamel at the end of orthodontic treatment. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| No secondary outcomes are expected | — |
Countries
Brazil
Contacts
Public ContactSergio Mota Júnior
Universidade Federal Fluminense
Outcome results
None listed