The Impact of Orthodontic Therapy on the Periodontal Health and Oral Microbiome

Abstract

The demand for dental treatment with multiple orthodontic appliances has recently increased for aesthetic purposes. Still, these appliances are not free from some negative influences that may affect the teeth and gingiva, especially periodontium, due to the accumulation of Plaque during the treatment period. Therefore, special recommendations must be given to orthodontic patients, and they must be encouraged to take care of oral and dental hygiene during the orthodontic treatment period. So, this review aimed to identify and summarise the different effects of the various orthodontic appliances on the periodontium and the composition of the microbial community.