The effects of different orthodontic appliances upon microbial communities

ConclusionsThe results suggest that orthodontic treatment may cause sustained changes in plaque microbiotas and that molar bond‐associated plaque may have raised disease potential.

Source: Orthodontics and Craniofacial Research - November 1, 2013 Category: Dentistry Authors: A. J. Ireland, V. Soro, S. V. Sprague, N. W. T. Harradine, C. Day, S. Al‐Anezi, H. F. Jenkinson, M. Sherriff, D. Dymock, J. R. Sandy Tags: Original Article Source Type: research