Distribution of initial caries lesions in relation to fixed orthodontic therapy. A systematic review and meta-analysis

CONCLUSION: The prevalence and incidence rates of ICLs in subjects undergoing orthodontic treatment are quite high and raise some concerns in terms of risk assessment of orthodontic treatment. ICLs represent an alarming challenge for both patients and professionals. Effective caries prevention strategies during treatment need to be considered and implemented where appropriate.PMID:38387465 | DOI:10.1093/ejo/cjae008

Source: European Journal of Orthodontics - February 22, 2024 Category: Dentistry Authors: Claudia Salerno Maria Grazia Cagetti Silvia Cirio Marcella Esteves-Oliveira Richard J Wierichs Dimitrios Kloukos Guglielmo Campus Source Type: research