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Objective: To compare the effects of two different periodontal recall programs on gingival health of patients undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment. Materials and Methods: Fifty-four adolescents (25 female and 29 male, mean age is 15,19 ± 0,4 years), who will be undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment, were divided into two equal groups (Group 1, Group 2). Group 1 was selected for periodontal recall program consisting of three-month intervals, and Group 2 was selected for periodontal recall program consisting of four-week intervals. The periodontal parameters (plaque index [PI], gingival index [GI] and bleeding on probing [BOP]) were recorded at the baseline and at the all recall appointments during one year. Results: All periodontal parameters showed a significant increase from the baseline to the first recall appointment for either group (P |
