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Periodontal and Microbiological Changes Associated With the Placement of Orthodontic Appliances. A Review
Author(s) -
Atack Nikki E.,
Sandy Jonathan R.,
Addy Martin
Publication year - 1996
Publication title -
journal of periodontology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 2.036
H-Index - 156
eISSN - 1943-3670
pISSN - 0022-3492
DOI - 10.1902/jop.1996.67.2.78
Subject(s) - dentistry , medicine , orthodontics
T his review examines specific aspects of orthodontic treatment and periodontal health, namely the effects of orthodontic banded attachments on periodontal disease and more specifically the microflora found around the gingival margins. This review highlights critical developments in orthodontic techniques and microbiological advances which have helped clarify the interrelationships between orthodontic appliances and periodontal disease. Suggestions as to how these may be modified are made, as well as targeting specific areas for research. J Periodontol 1996;67:78–85 .