Changes in salivary periodontal pathogens after orthodontic treatment: An in vivo prospective study.

CONCLUSION:   The higher salivary levels of Aa and Fn after debonding suggests that the risk of periodontal problems cannot be completely eliminated by the removal of fixed orthodontic appliances during the initial retention period, despite improved oral hygiene. PMID: 27792427 [PubMed - in process]
Source: The Angle Orthodontist - Category: Dentistry Authors: Tags: Angle Orthod Source Type: research