Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice
Volume 9, Issue 1 , Pages 16-17, March 2009

Fluoride Varnish Applications May Reduce the Formation of White Spot Lesions (WSL) Adjacent to Orthodontic Fixed Appliances

Preventive and Community Dentistry, Oral Health Research Institute, Indiana University School of Dentistry, 415 Lansing Street, Indianapolis IN 46202

Article Title and Bibliographic Information

Caries-preventive effectiveness of a fluoride varnish: a randomized controlled trial in adolescents with fixed orthodontic appliances.

Stecksen-Blicks C, Renfors G, Oscarson ND, Bergstrand F, Twetman S.

Caries Res 2007;41(6):455-9.

Level of Evidence

Level 2: Limited-quality, patient-oriented evidence.

Strength of Recommendation Grade

Not applicable.

Purpose/Question

The authors aimed at evaluating the efficacy of multiple topical fluoride (F) varnish applications at preventing WSL formation in adolescents, during treatment with fixed orthodontic appliances.

Source of Funding

Government and industry-With grants from the County Council of Vasterbotten (the a should have two dots above it), Sweden and the Swedish Dental Society; and with materials from Ivoclar Vivadent and 3M-Unitek.

Type of Study/Design

Randomized controlled trial.

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PII: S1532-3382(08)00224-8

doi:10.1016/j.jebdp.2008.12.012

Journal of Evidence-Based Dental Practice
Volume 9, Issue 1 , Pages 16-17, March 2009

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