title: A review of orthodontic appliance problems in general dental practice.
abstract: Patients will often visit their general dental practitioner when experiencing problems with orthodontic appliances, even if they were referred to a specialist for treatment. Reassurance may be all that is necessary, but simple intervention may allow the treatment to continue with a minimum of interruption. This article is an overview of the common orthodontic appliance problems that may be encountered and provides practical advice on how to deal with them.
authors.affiliation: Canterbury and Thanet Community Trust.
authors.forename: R J
authors.initials: RJ
authors.lastname: Rose
authors.forename: W G
authors.initials: WG
authors.lastname: Webb
authors.forename: D
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Wyness
mesh_terms: D004868:Equipment Failure; D005792:General Practice, Dental; D006801:Humans; D016382:Orthodontic Appliance Design; D009967:Orthodontic Appliances / Q000009:adverse effects*