title: Complications of orthodontic treatment.
abstract: Certain complications and limitations have been associated with orthodontic treatment. The current literature obviously has not addressed all complications, but the following review highlights interesting findings and studies that may improve understanding and management of root resorption, ankylosis, implants, periodontal damage, instability, and relapse.
authors.affiliation: University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Philadelphia.
authors.forename: R L
authors.initials: RL
authors.lastname: Vanarsdall
mesh_terms: D000844:Ankylosis / Q000209:etiology; D003773:Dental Plaque / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D009971:Orthodontics, Corrective / Q000009:adverse effects*; D010510:Periodontal Diseases / Q000209:etiology; D012008:Recurrence