Prevalence of White Spot Lesion Formation (WSL) During Orthodontic Treatment in Patients Reporting at Orthodontic Department SPH Quetta

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  • Bibi Masooma Bolan Medical College, Quetta, Pakistan
  • Nasrullah Mengal Bolan Medical College, Quetta, Pakistan
  • Marium Hasni Bolan Medical College, Quetta, Pakistan
  • Zeenat Razzaq Sandeman Provincial Hospital, Quetta, Pakistan
  • Fakhira Nizam Sandeman Provincial Hospital, Quetta, Pakistan
  • Mehreen Butt Bolan Medical College, Quetta, Pakistan
  • Sumbhal Hayat Sandeman Provincial Hospital, Quetta, Pakistan
  • Munir Ahmed Sandeman Provincial Hospital, Quetta, Pakistan
  • Asghar Ali Sandeman Provincial Hospital, Quetta, Pakistan
  • Aminullah Sandeman Provincial Hospital, Quetta, Pakistan
  • Irfan Sandeman Provincial Hospital, Quetta, Pakistan
  • Maria Zehri Sandeman Provincial Hospital, Quetta, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61919/jhrr.v3i2.1743

Keywords:

White Spot Lesions, Orthodontics, Enamel Demineralization, Plaque, Oral Hygiene, Fluoride, Streptococcus mutans, Remineralization

Abstract

Background: White spot lesions (WSLs) are a common complication of fixed orthodontic treatment, resulting from prolonged plaque accumulation around brackets, leading to enamel demineralization. Early detection and intervention are critical to preventing permanent damage and maintaining dental aesthetics.

Objective: To determine the prevalence of WSL formation during orthodontic treatment at different time intervals and to analyze gender differences in susceptibility.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 200 patients undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment at Sandeman Provincial Hospital Quetta. Participants were divided into three groups: control (n=56, immediately post-bonding), six-month (n=74), and twelve-month (n=70). WSLs were assessed visually on the maxillary anterior teeth using a standardized scoring system. Data were analyzed using chi-square and logistic regression in SPSS version 25.

Results: WSL prevalence was significantly higher in the six-month (38%, P=0.021) and twelve-month groups (46%, P=0.005) compared to the control (11%). Males had a significantly higher WSL prevalence (76%) than females (24%, P=0.009).

Conclusion: WSLs increased significantly within the first six months of treatment. Early intervention and strict oral hygiene protocols are essential to minimize enamel demineralization.

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2023-12-20

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Bibi Masooma, Nasrullah Mengal, Marium Hasni, Zeenat Razzaq, Fakhira Nizam, Mehreen Butt, Sumbhal Hayat, Munir Ahmed, Asghar Ali, Aminullah, Irfan, & Maria Zehri. (2023). Prevalence of White Spot Lesion Formation (WSL) During Orthodontic Treatment in Patients Reporting at Orthodontic Department SPH Quetta. Journal of Health and Rehabilitation Research, 3(2), 1–5. https://doi.org/10.61919/jhrr.v3i2.1743

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Vol. 3 No. 2 (2023): Volume 3, Issue 2 - July to December 2023

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