Comparison of the force decay over time of four different brands of elastomeric chains (elongated to 25mm grey/transparent and closed/open): An in-vitro study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ortho.2020.05.003
Abstract: Elastomeric chains are widely used by orthodontists for incisor retraction and space closure. However, force degradation and permanent deformation are expected to occur. OBJECTIVES The present study was designed to compare the force degradation of… read more here.
Keywords: elastomeric chains; closed open; force; grey transparent ... See more keywords