title: Spontaneous Reversibility of an Iatrogenic Orthodontic Elastic Band-induced Localized Periodontitis Following Surgical Intervention - Case Report.
abstract: Orthodontic elastic bands are an important iatrogenic etiologic factor in the causation of periodontal attachment apparatus breakdown. Appropriate diagnosis and a well constructed treatment plan tailor-made to suit the requirements of the particular patient is imperative for management of periodontal lesions induced by subgingival retention of rubber band. There are conflicting reports regarding the reattachment and regeneration of lost periodontal supporting tissues in such cases. The present case report highlights the spontaneous reversal and correction of periodontal destruction due to iatrogenic orthodontic elastic band displacement deep into the subgingival tissues.
authors.affiliation: Faculty Of Dentistry, Melaka-Manipal Medical College, Jalan Batu Hampar, Bukit Baru, 75150 Melaka, Malaysia.
authors.forename: Sowmya
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Nettem
authors.forename: Sunil
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Kumar Nettemu
authors.forename: Kiran
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Kumar
authors.forename: Venkat
authors.initials: V
authors.lastname: Reddy
authors.forename: Pendyala
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Siva Kumar
keywords: corrective orthodontics; periodontitis; remission; spontaneous