Evaluating how orthodontic treatment affects jaw joints
Impact of Orthodontic Treatment on the Temporomandibular Joints (TMJ) Assessed by Modjaw in Adults
NA · University Hospital, Montpellier · NCT05710952
This study is testing how getting braces affects jaw joints and any related pain in adults who are starting their first orthodontic treatment.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 32 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Montpellier (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Montpellier) |
| Trial ID | NCT05710952 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to investigate the relationship between orthodontic treatment and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders using a virtual articulator called Modjaw. Participants will undergo assessments before and after receiving multi-attachment orthodontic treatment, with a focus on comparing the condylar course and any TMJ symptoms. The study will include adults who are seeking their first orthodontic consultation and require treatment lasting up to two years.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who require multi-attachment orthodontic treatment and are attending their first dental consultation.
Not a fit: Patients with syndromic conditions, those receiving orthodontic treatment with aligners, or individuals with general joint or bone pathologies may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into how orthodontic treatment influences TMJ health, potentially improving treatment approaches for patients with TMJ disorders.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research in the field of orthodontics and TMJ disorders, this specific approach using Modjaw is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Major patient (≥18 years) * First dentofacial orthopedic consultation at the dental clinic of Montpellier * Patient requiring multi-attachment orthodontic treatment (vestibular or lingual) for a duration ≤2 years * Signed informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Syndromic patient * Orthodontic treatment with aligners * General joint or bone pathology * Patients with oral hygiene incompatible with orthodontic treatment
Where this trial is running
Montpellier
- Centre de soins dentaires — Montpellier, France (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Clémence HERTEAU
- Email: c-herteau@chu-montpellier.fr
- Phone: +334 67 33 67 10
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Temporomandibular Joint Disorders, Temporomandibular joint, Orthodontic, Modjaw, Orthodontic braces