A questionnaire study to assess and evaluate the common gingival problems faced by patients undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment

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Author Details : Lishoy Rodrigues*, Shilpa Chawla Jamenis, Bhushan Jawale, Sameer Patil, Vikram Garcha

Volume : 6, Issue : 4, Year : 2020

Article Page : 101-107

https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijmi.2020.025

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Abstract

Background: Fixed orthodontic components used in orthodontic treatment often act as a nidus for the retention of plaque and biofilm thereby resulting in Plaque associated gingivitis. This is because of the classic interplay of the host and the microbial ecosystem around the components. The common gingival changes in color, contour, texture, shape & size should alarm the patient and concerned orthodontist to prevent its further progression. The orthodontist and the patient should be made aware of the undesirable complications associated with the gingival response to the treatment.
Materials and Methods: This Questionnaire study was performed to assess the common gingival problems faced by the patients undergoing fixed orthodontic therapy.
Results: Our study revealed that the majority of patients of both groups were cautious in maintaining good oral hygiene. A small group of patients of both groups of treatment complained of food lodgment and also experienced pain, sometimes itchy and swollen gums with bleeding from the gums.
Conclusion: Oral health lies majorly in the hands of the patient by ensuring correct, efficient and meticulous oral hygiene practices. Every orthodontic patient should be motivated and educated with regards to the changes that occur in the gingiva with respect to the orthodontic treatment and good oral hygiene practices.

Keywords: Common gingival, Orthodontic treatment.

How to cite : Rodrigues L , Jamenis S C, Jawale B, Patil S, Garcha V , A questionnaire study to assess and evaluate the common gingival problems faced by patients undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment. IP Int J Maxillofac Imaging 2020;6(4):101-107

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