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Fixed Orthodontic Treatment

Risk factors for incidence and severity of white spot lesions during treatment with fixed orthodontic appliances

Chapman.et.al -2010

Relevance :

439 in 2024

Conclusion :

The incidence of at least 1 WSL on the labial surface of the anterior 8 maxillary teeth was 36%. The order of incidence was lateral incisor (34%), canine (31%), premolar (28%), and central incisor (17%).

Risk factors for the development of incipient caries during orthodontic treatment were young age (preadolescent) at the start of treatment, number of poor hygiene citations during treatment, unfavorable clinical outcome score, white ethnic group, and inadequate oral hygiene at the initial pretreatment examination. The use of computer software to evaluate digital photos retrospectively is a valid method for assessing the incidence and severity of WSLs on the maxillary anterior incisors, canines, and premolars.

Keywords:

White Spot Lesions,
Fixed Orthodontics,
Risk Factors

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