title: Enamel demineralization during orthodontic treatment. Aetiology and prevention.
abstract: The aetiology of enamel demineralization during fixed orthodontic treatment and its sequelae are discussed. A summary is given of the various methods available to assess the risk of demineralization prior to active treatment. The best preventive strategy would appear to be an assessment of risk factors prior to banding, coupled with fluoride rinses, regular reinforcement of oral hygiene, and dietary advice throughout the course of treatment.
authors.affiliation: Department of Dentistry, University of Queensland Dental School.
authors.forename: H S
authors.initials: HS
authors.lastname: Chang
authors.forename: L J
authors.initials: LJ
authors.lastname: Walsh
authors.forename: T J
authors.initials: TJ
authors.lastname: Freer
mesh_terms: D002327:Cariostatic Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003743:Dental Enamel / Q000473:pathology*; D004032:Diet; D005459:Fluorides / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006801:Humans; D009067:Mouthwashes / Q000627:therapeutic use; D009910:Oral Hygiene; D016910:Orthodontic Brackets; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D018570:Risk Assessment; D012307:Risk Factors; D017001:Tooth Demineralization / Q000209:etiology* / Q000517:prevention & control; D014087:Tooth Movement Techniques / Q000009:adverse effects*
chemical_list: D002327:Cariostatic Agents; D009067:Mouthwashes; D005459:Fluorides