Document Type : Review articles
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Professor, Department of Orthodontics, College of Dentistry, University of Baghdad, Baghdad-Iraq
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Department of Orthodontics, College of Dentistry, University of Baghdad, Baghdad, Iraq
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Professor, Center of Applied Physics, Ministry of Science and Technology, Baghdad, Iraq
10.21608/asdj.2025.355576.1820
Abstract
Aim: Permanent retention is strongly recommended by several studies as an essential measure to prevent relapse in the long run. The use of orthodontic appliances upsets the oral environment's delicate balance and increases the amount of pathogenic germs linked to demineralization of the enamel and periodontitis. However, antibacterial toothpaste and mouthwash, as well as modified adhesives sandwiched between the enamel surface and the bracket base, have a limited ability to inhibit microorganisms. These materials cannot offer a consistent, long-lasting antibacterial effect. Orthodontic appliances have to be altered to incorporate an antibacterial element in order to give a consistent, long-lasting result. In this review, we look for articles that use coating and treatment to increase the antimicrobial effect of fixed orthodontic retainers. Fixed retainers may be utilized unless there are certain reasons not to, such as active cavities or periodontal disease, poor dental hygiene, an anterior deep bite that requires maxillary retention, abnormal morphology of the lingual teeth, or inadequate therapy.
By reviewing the previous articles concerning the coating and antimicrobial treatment of fixed orthodontic retainer from different journals in PubMed and Google scholar, Identifying the existing correlation between coating and antimicrobial activity of fixed orthodontic retainer.
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