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Journal of Orthodontics, Vol. 27, No. 4, 303-306, December 2000
© 2000 British Orthodontic Society

Clinical Section

Unusual Indelible Enamel Staining Following Fixed Appliance Treatment

S. J. Hodges, B.D.S., M.SC., M.ORTH., F.D.S. (ortH.)1, R. J. Spencer, B.D.S., M.SC., M.ORTH., F.D.S. (ortH.)1 and S. J. Watkins, B.D.S., M.SC., F.D.S. (resT. DenT.)2

1 Departments of Orthodontics and
2 Conservative Dentistry, Eastman Dental Hospital, Grays Inn Road, London WC1X 8LD, U.K.

Abstract

Two cases are described of indelible enamel staining following fixed appliance therapy. The acquired pigmentation occurred in patients with an identifiable enamel defect prior to treatment. The interaction of factors to cause the staining is discussed and it's prevention in future cases highlighted. Subsequent restoration of the affected teeth is shown.

Key words: Complications of fixed appliance treatment, Enamel staining, Micro-abrasion






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