Periodontal therapy in orthodontics- A case series

Abstract

Interdisciplinary approach helps the specialists of contributing disciplines immensely in diagnosis, treatment planning, execution of planned treatment and problem solving for any untoward complication. Orthodontic treatment may be adjunctive to periodontal therapy or vice versa. Periodontal problems might lead to occlusal abnormalities which may require orthodontic correction. Also orthodontic treatment of adult patients is most frequently just one component of a more complex treatment involving several dental disciplines. Various orthodontic treatments also may precipitate some periodontal problems which frequently require periodontal management. This report discusses, through representative cases, potential periodontal problems and their management encountered before, during and after orthodontic treatment