Abstract
Abstract Aim: This study aims to find the prevalence of pulp calcifications and their correlations with age, gender, tooth type, dental arches, or their location in patients following orthodontic treatment. Materials and Methods: The sample comprised 150 patients (15–25 years) who underwent orthodontic treatment. Pre- and posttreatment panoramic radiographs were evaluated to detect pulp calcification. Pearson Chi-square test was used to investigate the associations between pulp calcification and gender, age, tooth type, dental arches, and their location. Results: The statistical analysis showed that pulp calcification increased significantly from 35.30% to 50% (P < 0.05). They were significantly higher in mandibular molars than in maxillary molars. Radicular and coronal calcifications were present concomitantly in maximum cases followed by radicular and coronal pulp calcification occurring independently. Conclusion: The results of this study showed that the number of dental pulp calcification increased significantly after orthodontic treatment.
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