Improvement of self-performed oral hygiene among patients with braces and micro-implants: approbation of specifically designed plaque-controlled regime
Abstract:Background. Braces and micro-implants may serve as retention points for the dental plaque under the condition of insufficient everyday oral care, thus compromising oral hygiene level of orthodontic patients.
Objective. The assess changes of oral hygiene among orthodontic patients with braces and micro-implants during the use of adapted specifically-designed plaque-controlled regime of self-performed oral hygiene measures.
Material and Methods. Study group was formed out of 30 patients aged 18 to 50… Show more
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