Nickel: humoral and periodontal changes in orthodontic patients

INTRODUCTION: Although several studies have discussed nickel influence on the development of immunological reactions in orthodontic patients, it is noticed that the evidence towards the appliances, as well as towards the possible consequences of this material on the oral and general health of the in...

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Published inDental press journal of orthodontics Vol. 17; no. 2; pp. 15 - 17
Main Authors Marques, Leandro Silva, Pazzini, Camila Alessandra, Pantuzo, Mariele Cristina Garcia
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Portuguese
Published Dental Press International 01.04.2012
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Subjects
Allergy
DENTISTRY, ORAL SURGERY & MEDICINE
Nickel
Orthodontics
Allergy
Orthodontics
Nickel
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Summary:INTRODUCTION: Although several studies have discussed nickel influence on the development of immunological reactions in orthodontic patients, it is noticed that the evidence towards the appliances, as well as towards the possible consequences of this material on the oral and general health of the individual are still inconsistent. OBJECTIVE: The aim of this article is to present the current stage of knowledge on this issue, highlighting the most recent findings considering the periodontal and humoral aspects of allergic subjects.
ISSN:2176-9451
2177-6709
2176-9451
2177-6709
DOI:10.1590/S2176-94512012000200002