ReviewCureus2024
Microbial Changes in the Periodontal Environment Due to Orthodontic Appliances: A Review.
Review in Cureus, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 11 papers.
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Who cites it
11 citing papers in PubMed.
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- Comparative evaluation of human ß defensin-2 in GCF and microbial flora in subgingival plaque among patients treated with conventional orthodontic braces and aligners: a prospective clinical study.Dental press journal of orthodontics · 2026Article
- Influence of low viscosity resin infiltrant on the adhesion of orthodontic attachments.Dental press journal of orthodontics · 2026Article
- Metabolomic and metagenomic analyses reveal distinct microenvironmental signatures between clear aligner-associated and tooth surface dental plaque.BMC oral health · 2025Article
- Four-Week Evaluation of the Interaction Pattern Among Saccharibacteria, Nitrate-Reducing Bacteria, and Periodontopathogens in Orthodontic Miniscrew Implants.Dentistry journal · 2025Article
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- Impact of various cleaning protocols on the physical and aesthetic properties of 3D-printed orthodontic aligners.Scientific reports · 2025Article
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- Oral health in adolescents: periodontal inflammatory biomarkers during orthodontic clear aligner therapy.Clinical oral investigations · 2025Article
- Molecular Docking and Experimental Analysis of Essential Oil-Based Preparations on Biofilm Formation on Orthodontic Archwires.International journal of molecular sciences · 2024Article
- Correlation between HbA1c Levels and Periodontal Bacterial Load in Diabetic Patients with Fixed Retainers.Current health sciences journalArticle
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10 authors.
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Abstract
Orthodontic appliances significantly influence the microbiological dynamics within the oral cavity, transforming symbiotic relationships into dysbiotic states that can lead to periodontal diseases. This review synthesizes current findings on how orthodontic treatments, particularly fixed and removable appliances, foster niches for bacterial accumulation and complicate oral hygiene maintenance. Advanced culture-independent methods were employed to identify shifts toward anaerobic and pathogenic bacteria, with fixed appliances showing a more pronounced impact compared to clear aligners. The study underscores the importance of meticulous oral hygiene practices and routine dental monitoring to manage these microbial shifts effectively. By highlighting the relationship between appliance type, surface characteristics, treatment duration, and microbial changes, this review aims to enhance dental professionals' understanding of periodontal risks associated with orthodontic appliances and strategies to mitigate these risks. The findings are intended to guide clinicians in optimizing orthodontic care to prevent plaque-associated diseases, ensuring better periodontal health outcomes for patients undergoing orthodontic treatment.
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