Unusual allergic reaction to orthodontic wire : report of a case in a Nigerian patient and implications for clinical management

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Title:	Unusual allergic reaction to orthodontic wire : report of a case in a Nigerian patient and implications for clinical management
Authors:	Sanu, OO Temisanren, OT
Keywords:	Allergic reaction Orthodontic wire Patient Nigerian Clinical management Implications
Issue Date:	Sep-2006
Publisher:	COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
Citation:	Afr. J. Med. med. Sci. (2006) 35, 387-390
Abstract:	Material reactions of both an irritant and hypersensitivity nature are not uncommon in contemporary orthodontic practices The most common hypersensitivity reactions in orthodontic patients are due to alloy components of metal based orthodontic appliances. This article reports a case of an unusual reaction to the component of an orthodontic appliance in a 6-vcar-old girl. There was associated trauma with local irritation. The implications and suggestions for management in the orthodontic clinic are review
Description:	Article
URI:	http://adhlui.com.ui.edu.ng/jspui/handle/123456789/2795
ISSN:	1116-4077
Appears in Collections:	African Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences

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