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Systematic review reveals clear aligners improve oral microbiome balance, suggesting better periodontal health.
Clear aligners appear to promote better oral microbiological balance and periodontal health than FA, likely due to easier hygiene maintenance and reduced plaque accumulation, with consistently lower levels of Streptococcus mutans observed in subjects undergoing CA therapy.
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