Effects of different orthodontic adhesives and resin removal techniques on enamel color alteration.

Conclusions: Orthodontic treatment alters the original color of enamel, and both the adhesive system and the resin-removal methods are responsible for this change. When brackets are bonded with the etch-and-rinse system or the SEP, cleaning the adhesive residuals with Stainbuster burs is recommended for minimal change. RMGIC can be safely cleaned with tungsten carbide burs.
PMID: 24313735 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Source: The Angle Orthodontist - December 6, 2013 Category: Dentistry Authors: Boncuk Y, Cehreli ZC, Polat-Özsoy O Tags: Angle Orthod Source Type: research