Journal article

Publication year: 2011

Pages: 389-38+

Journal: Journal of Orofacial Orthopedics

Volume number: 72

Issue number: 5

ISSN: 1434-5293

eISSN: 1615-6714

DOI Link: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00056-011-0043-2

Publisher: Springer

Abstract: 

The aim of this survey was to analyze the recommendations commonly followed in Germany for cleaning removable orthodontic appliances (ROAs) and to compare these with published procedures.

A total of 450 randomly-selected orthodontists were contacted by telephone and asked for their recommendations for cleaning ROA.

The most frequent recommendation was mechanical cleaning with a toothbrush (99.8%). Chemical detergents (37.1%) and treatment with diluted vinegar or citric acid (30.5%) were mentioned less often.

The use of cleaning solutions was recommended comparatively infrequently, even though the scientific literature suggests that this is the most hygienic way to care for ROA.

Harvard Citation style: Eichenauer, J., Serbesis, C. and Ruf, S. (2011) Cleaning removable orthodontic appliances - a survey, Journal of Orofacial Orthopedics, 72(5), pp. 389-38+. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00056-011-0043-2

APA Citation style: Eichenauer, J., Serbesis, C., & Ruf, S. (2011). Cleaning removable orthodontic appliances - a survey. Journal of Orofacial Orthopedics. 72(5), 389-38+. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00056-011-0043-2