Bacterial colonization associated with fixed orthodontic appliances. A scanning electron microscopy study

• Published in: European journal of orthodontics Vol. 23; no. 5; pp. 475 - 484
• Main Authors: Sukontapatipark, Warat, El‐Agroudi, Mohammad A., Selliseth, Nils J., Thunold, Kirsten, Selvig, Knut A.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: England Oxford University Press 01.10.2001; Oxford Publishing Limited (England)
• Subjects: Adolescent; Adult; Bacteria; Bacteria - classification; Bacteria - ultrastructure; Bicuspid - microbiology; Child; Composite Resins; Dental Bonding; Dental Enamel - microbiology; Dental Enamel - ultrastructure; Dental Plaque - microbiology; Elastomers; Humans; Microscopy, Electron, Scanning; Oral Hygiene; Orthodontic Brackets - microbiology; Orthodontic Wires; Stainless Steel; Streptococcus - ultrastructure; Surface Properties; Time Factors

This investigation was undertaken to assess bacterial plaque accumulation adjacent to orthodontic brackets. Experiments were carried out on 11 subjects who were scheduled for orthodontic treatment including extraction of two or four premolars. Metal brackets were bonded to the premolars to be extrac...