Seminars in Orthodontics
Volume 14, Issue 3 , Pages 194-199, September 2008

Effect of Fluoride Varnish on Demineralization Around Orthodontic Brackets

  • Robert N. Staley

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    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to Robert N. Staley, DDS, MA, MS, Department of Orthodontics, College of Dentistry, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA 52242. Phone: 319-335-7302

Department of Orthodontics, College of Dentistry, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA

In vitro studies comparing the ability of several fluoride varnishes and sealants to inhibit caries have been reviewed. To truly assess their use in orthodontic patients requires clinical trials. Because fixed orthodontic appliances provide a very favorable environment for the creation of white spot lesions, the sealants that contribute both a physical barrier and fluoride release have the greatest potential to protect enamel in patients during orthodontic treatment.

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 Research supported by the Department of Orthodontics.

PII: S1073-8746(08)00021-2

doi:10.1053/j.sodo.2008.03.004

Seminars in Orthodontics
Volume 14, Issue 3 , Pages 194-199, September 2008

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