The problems studied were the reduction in orthodontic treatment time and pain self-perception by patients undergoing orthodontic mechanics. The study was conducted in human volunteers of the intervention with a low-intensity electric current. oral health
Conditions
Interventions
To date, 28 volunteers, research participants, divided into two groups:
1- Low-Intensity Electric Current Group:
Composed of 14 patients with conventional metal orthodontic appliances. These patients
Device
G11.427.213
Sponsors
Fundação Hermínio Ometto
Fundação Hermínio Ometto
Eligibility
Age
12 Years to 25 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Adults with permanent dentition; caries free dentition and healthy periodontal structure; the presence of moderate to severe crowding in the anteroinferior region of the arches; non-concomitant use of analgesics and anti-inflammatories; voluntary participation in the study confirmed by the signature of the informed consent form.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Patients with missing teeth in the anterior-inferior region of the right premolar to the left premolar; individuals who present chronic or not chronic orofacial pain; patients whose informed consent was not obtained, patients in mixed dentition.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Primary Outcome: Low-intensity electrical current has a significant influence on orthodontic treatment by accelerating tooth movement and decreasing pain perception by patients. This outcome will be shown through the use of the digital caliper, measurement, and comparison in millimeters of patients' initial and final study models. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Secondary Outcome: Low-intensity electrical current has significant influence, decreasing the use of analgesic medication by research participants, thus excluding side effects often caused by medications. | — |
Countries
Brazil
Contacts
Public ContactPaula Barsi Batistelli
Fundação Hermínio Ometto
Outcome results
None listed