Dental white spots associated with gastro-esophageal reflux in orthodontic and orthognathic surgery patients

J Gastrointestin Liver Dis. 2009 Dec;18(4):497-9.

Abstract

Gastro-esophageal reflux is a gastrointestinal disorder that might cause irreversible damages to the hard tissues of the teeth. The aim of this article is to report two cases of patients with severe dental demineralization associated with gastro-esophageal reflux during orthodontic and combined orthodontic-orthognathic surgery treatment. Diagnosis and prevention aspects are highlighted and discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux / complications*
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux / therapy
  • Gingivitis / etiology
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Orthodontics, Corrective*
  • Orthognathic Surgical Procedures*
  • Osteotomy, Le Fort*
  • Tooth Demineralization / etiology*
  • Tooth Demineralization / therapy
  • Young Adult