The hydrochloric acid-pumice microabrasion technique in the treatment of post-orthodontic decalcification.
A significant number of patients exhibit white spots of enamel decalcification after orthodontic treatment, despite the use of preventive regimes. The hydrochloric acid-pumice micro-abrasion technique offers a method for improving the appearance of these lesions where they are cosmetically unacceptable. The clinical procedure is described and the effects of the technique upon the dental structures are discussed.
Welbury
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Department of Child Dental Health, Dental Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne.
Carter
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D006801:Humans; D006851:Hydrochloric Acid / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D009967:Orthodontic Appliances / Q000009:adverse effects*; D017640:Silicates; D017001:Tooth Demineralization / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*; D014075:Tooth Discoloration / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy*
D017640:Silicates; C005144:pumice; D006851:Hydrochloric Acid