Islam, Rafiqul and Alam, Mohammad (2016) White Spot Lesion, the Silent Factor Killing Your Smile: An Overview. British Journal of Medicine and Medical Research, 17 (6). pp. 1-7. ISSN 22310614
![[thumbnail of Alam1762016BJMMR27682.pdf]](http://research.manuscritpub.com/style/images/fileicons/text.png)
Alam1762016BJMMR27682.pdf - Published Version
Download (157kB)
Abstract
Aim: The aim of this paper was to present an overview of white spot lesions adjacent to fixed orthodontic appliances, which destroys the enamel beauty and how to prevent and manage of this problem.
Materials and Methods: This study was to search in six electronic databases where some keyword combinations were utilized to systematically search for those literatures until January 2016.
Results: In view of the inclusion and exclusion criteria, of these, we identified 29 articles including original articles as well as literature reviews.
Discussion: white spot lesion is very common problem associated with orthodontic treatment, various preventive and treatment options are available to prevent this problem.
Conclusion: Management of white spot lesions starts with a good oral hygiene instruction and should be connected with utilization of fluoride agents, fluoride containing mouth rinse, fluoride toothpaste, Fluoride varnish, bonding materials, CPP-ACP (Casein Phosphopeptide - Amorphous Calcium Phosphate), tooth whitening and microabrasion.
Item Type: | Article |
---|---|
Subjects: | Science Repository > Medical Science |
Depositing User: | Managing Editor |
Date Deposited: | 18 May 2023 06:04 |
Last Modified: | 12 Jan 2024 04:57 |
URI: | http://research.manuscritpub.com/id/eprint/2272 |