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The effect of fixed orthodontic brackets on the bacterial composition of dental plaque in adolescents

2011-01-01

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BACKGROUND: Demineralisation around orthodontic brackets is a considerable risk of orthodontic treatment. It can occur very early during treatment and involve a large number of teeth with aesthetic and dental health consequences. Early detection of demineralisation is very important in terms of treatment and prevention. The presence of bacteria is one of the requirements for demineralisation to take place and it i...

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fa7245f3-8bc4-5e0c-87a3-007e4a2c1b44
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10.17638/00003997
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