Author/Authors :
Lara-Carrillo, Edith Research Center in Dentistry - School of Dentistry - Autonomous University of Mexico State, Toluca, Mexico , Millán-Hernández, Xóchitl Angélica Research Center in Dentistry - School of Dentistry - Autonomous University of Mexico State, Toluca, Mexico , Salmerón-Valdez, Elías Nahúm Research Center in Dentistry - School of Dentistry - Autonomous University of Mexico State, Toluca, Mexico , Scougall-Vilchis, Rogelio José Research Center in Dentistry - School of Dentistry - Autonomous University of Mexico State, Toluca, Mexico , Medina-Solís, Carlo Eduardo Academic Area of Dentistry - Institute of Health Sciences - Autonomous University of Hidalgo State, Hidalgo, Pachuca City, Mexico , Toral-Rizo, Víctor Hugo Research Center in Dentistry - School of Dentistry - Autonomous University of Mexico State, Toluca, Mexico
Abstract :
BACKGROUND and AIM: In this manuscript, fluoride releasing dental materials controlling demineralization in fixed orthodontic patients, and the current strategies to prevent white spots were evaluated.
METHODS: General literature review was carried out in SciVerse ScienceDirect databases. The search strategy included the terms from Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) created by National Library of Medicine. RESULTS: 44 relevant studies were included and the respective data were extracted. Many studies showed new alternatives for the treatment of white spot lesions by the use of orthodontic appliances.
CONCLUSION: Patients receiving fixed orthodontic treatment should be instructed in a proper brushing technique using a fluoride containing toothpaste, and high risk patients should be bonded with fluoride releasing agent. Additionally, it is recommended to apply fluoride varnish periodically during orthodontic treatment.
Keywords :
Orthodontics , Dental Materials , Fluorides , Tooth Demineralization
