Title of article
A Microbiological Study On PatientsWith Fixed Orthodontic Appliance In Ramadi City
Author/Authors
AL-Taee, Zena Hekmat AL-Anbar University - College of Dentistry, Iraq , AL-Mawla, Saleem O. AL-Anbar General Health Directorate., Iraq , AL-Ani, Sahar Kh. AL-Anbar General Health Directorate, Iraq
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Abstract
The present study aimed to isolate and identify the microorganisms associated with causing problems to patient in all period of wearing fixed orthodontic appliance ( FOA) in Ramadi city. Sixty-six patients treated with FOA for a period ranged from 14 – 35 years included in this study wabswere collected from gingival area around fixed orthodontic appliance to be cultured aerobically. Manyimportant pathogens were isolated and identified in all age groups and in all duration include candidaalbicans, E.coli, Klebsiella spp., Staphylococci and many α.Hemolytic and β.HemolyticStreptococci.The study recommended the use of antibiotic and antifungal drugs during wearingappliance in addition to the maintenance of a good oral hygiene.Further study is also recommended to cover the role of anaerobic bacteria.
Keywords
Microorganisms , orthodontic appliances , Ramadi
Journal title
Journal Of University Of Anbar For Pure Science
Journal title
Journal Of University Of Anbar For Pure Science
Record number
2663144
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