Orthodontic thermoformed retainers: a two‐arm laboratory study into post‐fabrication outcomes
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DOI: 10.1111/adj.12610
Abstract: BACKGROUND Retainers are commonly used to maintain post-orthodontic occlusion stability. We aimed to determine post-fabrication thickness and thinning rate of thermoformed retainers. METHODS Forty-eight retainers were fabricated from polyethylenterepthalat-glycol copolyester or polypropylene blanks, using vacuum-… read more here.
Keywords: post fabrication; fabrication thickness; post; thermoformed retainers ... See more keywords
Colorimetric Evaluation of Various Orthodontic Thermoformed Retainers Exposed to Different Staining Agents and Cleaning Techniques
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DOI: 10.4103/jioh.jioh_222_23
Abstract: The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate the color changes in the retainers by different manufacturers (Essix ACE, Forestadent, Leone, and Bioart) after exposure to various beverage solutions (coke, tea, coffee, and… read more here.
Keywords: day intervals; group; thermoformed retainers; staining agents ... See more keywords