The Orthodontic/Periodontal Interface Part 3

Adult patients are increasingly seeking orthodontictreatment. It is essential to establish optimal periodontalhealth in these patients before embarking on such treatment, which demands the interaction between the general dental practitioner (GDP) and orthodontist for effective management. This article focuses on the management of periodontaldisease in orthodonticpatients, orthodonticconsiderations, retention and complications that may arise. This is demonstrated throughout a series of clinical cases treated within a multidisciplinary team. The management of patients with periodontaldisease is often challenging; the clinical issues that require consideration are discussed throughout this article. CPD/Clinical Relevance: This article provides a summary of the orthodonticand periodontalimplications of different treatment techniques and management for the general practitioner.