Modified sulcus bleeding index (SBI) ≤20 % [9] prior to orthodontic treatment; Approximal plaque index (API) ≤25 % [9] prior to orthodontic treatment; All patients received the same oral hygiene ...
Dental plaque is a structured microbial community that adheres to tooth surfaces and underpins the pathogenesis of caries, gingivitis and periodontitis. Effective plaque control is therefore central ...