Abstract

Enamel Lesions and Supportive Care. Clinical Protocols for the Management of Black Stains. Children and Caries Assessment. Prophylaxis Systems in Orthodontic Therapy. Clinical Approaches of Remineralization with Practical Part. Post-Orthodontic Aesthetic Treatments, How Do Ozonides Help Us?

by Butera Andrea and Nardi Gianna Maria and Grassi Roberta

After highlighting the pivotal role of the dental hygienist in preparing the patient for orthodontic treatment and establishing an optimal maintenance plan, it is essential to prevent hard and soft tissue injuries, and prepare all participants to implement protocols, if lesions should present before bonding, so that the patient does not aggravate the starting conditions. At the hard tissue level we would focus on the use of biomimetic peptides and hydroxyapatite, based on various clinical and laboratory developments, they have a prominent role in the presence of lesions; on soft tissues instead, implementing a minimally invasive protocol is essential to ensure correct orthodontic movement while avoiding periodontal complications.Implementing periodic recalls to better manage the bacterial biofilm on both brackets and attachments, combine the supportive therapy with home and/or professional ozone-based adjuvants so as not to create reversible damage and prepare the patient for any debonding without active lesions.

Learning Objectives

After this lecture, you will be able to differentiate white enamel lesions around orthodontic brackets
After this lecture, you will be able to properly implement remineralizing protocols
After this lecture, you will be able to properly manage periodontal tissues