Effect of Force Magnitude on Canine Retraction and Gingival Crevicular Fluid Proteome (NCT06668194)
A Randomized Clinical Trial Comparing the Effect of Force Magnitude on the Rate of Canine Retraction and Gingival Crevicular Fluid Proteome Profile
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
This study aims to examine the effect of force levels in orthodontic treatment during canine retraction. Force levels refer to the pressure applied by the orthodontic devices to move teeth. Data collection will include gingival fluid, dental molds from a digital scanner, and x-rays of the upper canine region on both sides of the mouth during treatment. The null hypothesis to be tested is that there is no significant difference in the rate of canine movement between the light force and the heavy force levels.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Department of Orthodontics — Farmington, Connecticut
Age range: 11 Years to 16 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Department of Orthodontics — Farmington, Connecticut
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (860) 679-2664
Email: furibe@uchc.edu
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.