Oral health-related quality of life before, during, and after orthodontic-orthognathic treatment: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Objectives: The effect of combined orthodontic-orthognathic treatment was estimated, specifically the impact of pre-surgical orthodontic treatment, on oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL).

Materials And Methods: The research question was formulated using the PICO method. The search was carried out in MEDLINE via PubMed, CINAHL, psychINFO, Embase, and Cochrane (until February 3, 2020).

[Symptomatic treatment of lichen planus of the attached gingiva].

Lichen planus is a chronic systemic disease which is probably caused by a disorder in the immune system. The erythematous or erosive form is usually seen on the attached gingiva. It can produce complaints and interfere with effective oral care.