Prevention of white spot lesions during orthodontic treatment: A review

Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences - Year 2016, Vol 4, Issue 2

Abstract

White spot lesion (WSL) is one of the potential complications of fixed orthodontic treatment associated with poor oral hygiene. The formation of WSL after completion of orthodontic therapy is discouraging to a specialty whose goal is to improve esthetics in the dento-facial region and it lead to patient dissatisfaction and legal complication. This article discuss the formation, prevention of white spot lesion during orthodontic phase. Keywords: White spot lesion, Chitosan, fluoride varnish, Argon-laser.

Authors and Affiliations

Dr. Shrikant B. Gadakh, Dr. Nitin Gulve, Dr. Sheetal Patani, Dr. Amit Nehete, Dr. Hrushikesh Aphale, Dr. Kanchan Wadekar

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Dr. Shrikant B. Gadakh, Dr. Nitin Gulve, Dr. Sheetal Patani, Dr. Amit Nehete, Dr. Hrushikesh Aphale, Dr. Kanchan Wadekar (2016). Prevention of white spot lesions during orthodontic treatment: A review. Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences, 4(2), 366-369. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-370957