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Orthodontics. Part 6: Risks in orthodontic treatment
H Travess1, D Roberts-Harry, J Sandy
1Senior Specialist Registrar, Orthodontic Department, Leeds Dental Institute, Clarendon Way, Leeds LS2 9LU, UK.
British Dental Journal
|January 24, 2004
Summary
Orthodontic treatment requires excellent oral hygiene and addressing decay before starting. Potential risks like root resorption and soft tissue damage can occur, but some issues may resolve after appliance removal.
Area of Science:
- Dental science
- Orthodontics
- Oral health
Background:
- Orthodontic procedures can lead to significant hard and soft tissue damage.
- Maintaining high oral hygiene standards before and during treatment is crucial.
- Carious lesions must be treated prior to initiating active orthodontic interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight potential complications associated with orthodontic treatment.
- To emphasize the importance of oral hygiene and pre-treatment dental care.
- To summarize risk factors for root resorption and soft tissue injuries.
Main Methods:
- Review of potential complications in orthodontic care.
- Identification of risk factors for root resorption.
- Assessment of soft tissue damage risks from orthodontic appliances.
Main Results:
- Root resorption is a common complication, potentially ceasing after appliance removal.
- Risk pointers for root resorption have been identified.
- Soft tissue damage can result from archwires and headgears, necessitating safety measures.
Conclusions:
- Strict oral hygiene and pre-treatment caries management are vital in orthodontics.
- Awareness of root resorption and soft tissue injury risks is essential.
- Implementing adequate safety protocols, especially for headgear use, is critical.
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