Impact of clear aligners on plaque and periodontal health

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Author Details : Sanjeev Kumar Verma, Pramod Kumar Yadav*, Deepika Rajendra Singh Bais, Shriya Singh

Volume : 10, Issue : 1, Year : 2024

Article Page : 9-12

https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijohd.2024.002

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Abstract

In recent years, clear aligners have become a well-liked substitute for traditional braces in orthodontic treatment. Examining the effects of clear aligners on periodontal health and plaque accumulation is the goal of this review. To examine pertinent studies that have been published up to this point, a comprehensive evaluation of the literature was carried out. The review includes research on the microbial alterations in tooth plaque composition that occur during clear aligner therapy and the subsequent impact on periodontal tissues. Clear aligners and traditional braces are also compared with respect to how they affect gingival health, periodontal disease prevalence, and oral hygiene practices.In terms of plaque control, the results imply that transparent aligners offer special benefits and challenges. An important factor influencing the microbiological environment in the oral cavity is patient compliance, the type of aligner used, and the subtleties of its design. Moreover, the effect of orthodontic therapies on periodontal health is explored, providing insight into possible associations between the use of clear aligners and periodontal results. By underlining the necessity of individualized oral hygiene management strategies during clear aligner therapy, this review offers orthodontic practitioners’ insightful information. It highlights the need of maintaining periodontal health throughout orthodontic treatment and stresses the necessity of a multidisciplinary approach to optimize patient outcomes. In summary, this comprehensive review provides an overview of the most recent findings regarding the impact of clear aligners on plaque and periodontal health. By teaching clinicians, researchers, and patients about the subtleties of oral hygiene care during orthodontic treatment, the findings are meant to direct the development of effective strategies for maintaining good periodontal health in patients getting clear aligner therapy.
 

Keywords: Clear aligners, Orthodontic treatment, Oral hygiene, Plaque, Periodontal health

How to cite : Verma S K, Yadav P K, Bais D R S, Singh S, Impact of clear aligners on plaque and periodontal health. Int J Oral Health Dent 2024;10(1):9-12

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