Is there any difference between conventional, passive and active self-ligating brackets? A systematic review and network meta-analysis

R Maizeray, D Wagner, F Lefebvre… - International …, 2021 - Elsevier
Aim To test the null hypothesis that there was no difference in treatment efficiency between
therapies undertaken with conventional (CBs), passive self-ligating (PSLBs) or active self …

The effect of bracket ligation on the periodontal status of adolescents undergoing orthodontic treatment. A systematic review and meta-analysis

S Arnold, D Koletsi, R Patcas, T Eliades - Journal of Dentistry, 2016 - Elsevier
Introduction/objectives This systematic review aimed to critically appraise the evidence
regarding the effect of bracket ligation type on the periodontal conditions of adolescents …

[HTML][HTML] Evaluation of the Demineralization Development around Different Types of Orthodontic Brackets

M Toz Ertop, O Cicek, H Erener, N Ozkalayci… - Materials, 2023 - mdpi.com
The aim of this study was to compare the demineralizations of the enamel surfaces around
different types of orthodontic brackets in an artificial cariogenic environment. A total of 90 …

An extensive comparison of the clinical efficiency of acidulated phosphate fluoride (APF) and neutral sodium fluoride (NaF) oral rinses in the prevention of white spot …

LN Pilli, GS Singaraju, V Nettam… - BioMed Research …, 2022 - Wiley Online Library
Background. The purpose of this randomized trial is to compare the efficacy of weekly once
regime of neutral sodium fluoride (NaF) oral rinse with that of acidulated phosphate (APF) …

A randomized, 3-month, parallel-group clinical trial to compare the efficacy of electric 3-dimensional toothbrushes vs manual toothbrushes in maintaining oral health in …

IM Mylonopoulou, E Pepelassi, P Madianos… - American Journal of …, 2021 - Elsevier
Introduction The aim of this single-blinded, parallel-group, randomized clinical trial was to
compare the efficacy of electric 3-dimensional (3D) toothbrushes and manual toothbrushes …

The effect of ligation methods on biofilm formation in patients undergoing multi‐bracketed fixed orthodontic therapy–A systematic review

MG Skilbeck, L Mei, H Mohammed… - Orthodontics & …, 2022 - Wiley Online Library
Background Many modifications to fixed orthodontic appliances have been introduced to
manage biofilm formation. The aim of this review was to investigate elastomeric ligation in …

[HTML][HTML] Periodontal health in patients with self-ligating brackets: A systematic review of clinical studies

A Mester, F Onisor, AS Mesaros - Journal of clinical medicine, 2022 - mdpi.com
Background and objectives: The aim of this systematic review with meta-analysis is to
assess the available evidence from human clinical studies of using self-ligating brackets …

Are self-ligating brackets more efficient than conventional brackets? A meta-analysis of randomized controlled and split-mouth trials

D Wagner, H Lévy-Benichou, F Lefebvre… - L'Orthodontie …, 2020 - jle.com
JLE - L'Orthodontie Française - Are self-ligating brackets more efficient than conventional
brackets ? A meta-analysis of randomized controlled and split-mouth trials JLE Home Bookstore …

Restorative complications of orthodontic treatment

A Alani, M Kelleher - British dental journal, 2016 - nature.com
The complications of elective orthodontic treatment are numerous. Patients need to be
aware, in advance, of possible problems including resorption, instability, caries, recession …

[HTML][HTML] Streptococcus mutans adherence to conventional and self-ligating brackets: an in vitro study

MFN Feres, F Vicioni-Marques, FL Romano… - Dental Press Journal …, 2021 - SciELO Brasil
Introduction: Although self-ligating brackets presumably provide better hygiene conditions,
no consensus has been reached so far. Objective: Therefore, the objective of this study was …