Intervention of White Spot Lesions. A Contemporary Review of 20 years
- Author:
Phang Kun Mun
1
;
Prema Sukumaran
1
;
Noor Azlin Yahya
1
;
Mohideen Salihu Farook
1
Author Information
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords: WSLs, Demineralisation, Remineralisation, Microinvasive treatment
- From: Annals of Dentistry 2022;29(2022):60-70
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
- Abstract: White spot lesion is incipient caries and it manifests as white opacity lesion on the demineralised enamel surface. White spot lesions are a common adverse effect among post orthodontic patients. The prevalence of white spot lesions in post orthodontic patients varies from 2% to 97%. Therefore, it is imperative for dental practitioners to be able to manage white spot lesions. Thus, this article is a contemporary review on the management of white spot lesions. After reviewing this article, it comes to a consensus that non- invasive treatments should be the first line management of white spot lesions. Non-invasive treatments such as patient education, motivation, oral hygiene reinforcement, and attempts to remineralise with various forms of fluoride preparation should be prioritised in the treatment plan. If the white spot lesions fail to respond more invasive treatment options might be considered.
- Full text:9.2022my0154.pdf
