The Effect of Initial Orthodontic Therapy with Clear Aligners and Fixed Appliances on Microbial Profiles and Clinical Parameters

• Main Authors: Megan Haug (Author), Andrew Hopkins (Author), Emily Duong (Author), Kim-Sa Kelly (Author), Julia Esfandi (Author), Bhumika Shokeen (Author), Tingxi Wu (Author), Renate Lux (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Taylor & Francis Group, 2024-12-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background Orthodontic appliances hinder proper oral hygiene, leading to plaque retention and biofilm formation which can cause dental diseases. This study investigates the initial impact of orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances versus clear aligners on microbial profiles and gingival/plaque i...