Assessment of hair nickel and chromium levels in patients with a fixed orthodontic appliance: a systematic review and meta-analysis of case-control studies.

Conclusions: The slightly elevated hair levels of Ni and Cr in patients undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment suggest that changing the components of fixed orthodontic appliances can be considered as an acceptable solution in the future. PMID: 31333341 [PubMed]
Source: Advances in Dermatology and Allergology - Category: Dermatology Tags: Postepy Dermatol Alergol Source Type: research