Imtiaz Ahmed1, Rozina Nazir. 1. Department of Orthodontics, Dr Irshat-ul-Ebad Khan Institute of Oral Health Sciences, DOW University, Karachi, Pakistan.
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To record the newly developing carious lesions in patients receiving fixed orthodontic treatment. METHODS: A descriptive cross sectional study was conducted from January to June 2010. Group A (6 months of treatment) comprised of 45 patients, compared to Group B (12 months of treatment) 45 patients. In both groups no cavitation was present; all carious lesions were filled at the start of orthodontic treatment. RESULTS: The frequency of caries increased with the time period rise after orthodontic treatment. Patients after 12 month treatment had more carious lesions than at 6 month; caries activity increases in orthodontic patients. CONCLUSION: Patient motivation to maintain their oral hygiene with the use of fluoride mouthwashes reduces the amount of carious lesions.
OBJECTIVE: To record the newly developing carious lesions in patients receiving fixed orthodontic treatment. METHODS: A descriptive cross sectional study was conducted from January to June 2010. Group A (6 months of treatment) comprised of 45 patients, compared to Group B (12 months of treatment) 45 patients. In both groups no cavitation was present; all carious lesions were filled at the start of orthodontic treatment. RESULTS: The frequency of caries increased with the time period rise after orthodontic treatment. Patients after 12 month treatment had more carious lesions than at 6 month; caries activity increases in orthodontic patients. CONCLUSION:Patient motivation to maintain their oral hygiene with the use of fluoride mouthwashes reduces the amount of carious lesions.