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The Effects of Lower Level Laser Therapy on Orthodontic Tooth Movement
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Low-level Laser Therapy and Orthodontic force for Laser Therapy and 2 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 24 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The aims of this study will be to evaluate if a Lower Level Laser Therapy (LLLT): (1) enhances the levels of important pro-inflammatory chemokines involved in the bone remodeling process; (2) increases the rate of orthodontic tooth movement (OTM) on human subjects.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Low-level laser therapy is applied on premolars that will be extracted for treatment plan reasons
Mechanical loading is applied on premolars that will be extracted for treatment plan reasons and in canines for tooth movement