Assessment of the Efficacy of the Aerodentis System

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA AT BIRMINGHAM · Jan 29, 2018

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ClinConnect Summary

The Aerodentis system is intended for the treatment of tooth malocclusion and is treated by applying force, over time, to teeth requiring alignment. Traditionally, the force has been created by attaching brackets to the teeth and creating tension through the stretching of flexible wire connected between the brackets. Alternatively, aligners are used for the treatment of tooth malocclusion. In these devices, a series of mouthpieces are used, where the force created by each mouthpiece on the treated teeth is designed to push the teeth in small, one step increments, toward the desired result.T...

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Permanent dentition
• • Patients that in the opinion of the investigator will be compliant with device use. Compliance is determined by patient questionnaire.
• • Class I malocclusion with crowding of \<6 mm between the anterior teeth from the right first premolar to the left first premolar, on the upper and lower.
• • Good oral hygiene, as determined by investigator orthodontist.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Any medical or dental condition that, in the opinion of the investigator, could negatively affect study results during the expected length of the study. Conditions can include poor oral hygiene, extensive dental treatments, or periodontal disease.
• • Patient is currently using any investigational drug or any other investigational device.
• • Patient plans to relocate or move during the treatment period.
• • Pregnant females. Orthodontic treatment is not advised in pregnant females.