Meu SciELO
Serviços Personalizados
Journal
Artigo
Indicadores
- Citado por SciELO
- Acessos
Links relacionados
- Citado por Google
- Similares em SciELO
- Similares em Google
Compartilhar
Avances en Odontoestomatología
versão On-line ISSN 2340-3152versão impressa ISSN 0213-1285
Resumo
VARGAS, J.; VARGAS DEL VALLE, P. e PALOMINO, H.. White Spot Lesions in Dentistry: current concepts. Av Odontoestomatol [online]. 2016, vol.32, n.4, pp.215-221. ISSN 2340-3152.
The development of white spot lesions (WSLS) is a significant risk associated with orthodontic treatment when oral hygiene is poor. Fixed orthodontic appliances transform procedures of conventional oral hygiene more difficult and increase the number of sites plaque retention. While prevalence values vary, the data are sufficient to consider the demineralization as a important problem, making prevention during treatment one of the major clinical challenges. The purpose of this paper is review to date the available literature regarding the etiology, prevention and treatment of white spots associated with orthodontic treatment with dental braces.
Palavras-chave : Orthodontic appliances; dental care; dental caries; white spot lesions.