Unusual indelible enamel staining following fixed appliance treatment.
Two cases are described of indelible enamel staining following fixed appliance therapy. The acquired pigmentation occurred in patients with an identifiable enamel defect prior to treatment. The interaction of factors to cause the staining is discussed and it's prevention in future cases highlighted. Subsequent restoration of the affected teeth is shown.
Hodges
S J
SJ
Department of Orthodontics, Eastman Dental Hospital, Grays Inn Road, London WC1X 8LD, UK.
Spencer
R J
RJ
Watkins
S J
SJ
D000567:Amelogenesis Imperfecta / Q000150:complications; D002648:Child; D002858:Chromium Alloys / Q000009:adverse effects; D003343:Corrosion; D003744:Dental Enamel Hypoplasia / Q000150:complications; D003801:Dental Veneers; D019243:Enamel Microabrasion; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007180:Incisor; D008437:Maxilla; D009967:Orthodontic Appliances / Q000009:adverse effects*; D013193:Stainless Steel / Q000009:adverse effects; D014075:Tooth Discoloration / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy
D002858:Chromium Alloys; D013193:Stainless Steel