Purpose Orthodontic treatments have been associated with certain drawbacks, including an increased risk of dental plaque, demineralization of teeth, and tooth discoloration. Localized enamel porosities that result from tooth demineralization are known as white spot lesions (WSL), which can lead to caries development. The results of the published meta-analysis are inconsistent in some aspects. Therefore, this meta-analysis of meta-analyses was conducted to provide a clear conclusion on the effect of fluoride therapy on orthodontics-induced WSLs.
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