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Adherence of Streptococcus mutans and Candida albicans to different bracket materials
Objective: To quantify the adherence of Streptococcus mutans and Candida albicans on brackets made of stainless steel, plastic, ceramic, titanium, and gold, and to evaluate the various sites of adherence of these microorganisms with scanning electron ...
Shrinivaasan Nambi Rammohan +5 more
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From Organizational Resilience Capability to Firm Performance: A Time‐Lagged Investigation
ABSTRACT An organizational resilience capability is essential for firms to adapt in an ever‐changing world characterized by diverse crises and adversities. However, the mechanisms and contingencies needed to harness and channel organizational resilience capability remain uncertain.
Yi‐Ying Chang +5 more
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The Shear Bond Strengths of Metal and Ceramic Brackets: An in-Vitro Comparative Study
Aim: This study has compared the Shear Bond Strengths (SBSs) of ceramic brackets and metal brackets. Materials and Method: Forty freshly extracted, human maxillary first premolars were selected for bonding. They were equally bonded with ceramic brackets (
Ammandeep Singh +5 more
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Curing Capacity of Band‐Bonding Resinous Adhesives Under 3D‐Printed Molar Bands
ABSTRACT Aim To evaluate the curing efficiency of three resin composite adhesives applied beneath 3D‐printed molar bands, by determining their degree of conversion (DC%) at different depths. Materials and Methods Fifteen 3D‐printed metallic band specimens were divided into three groups and bonded with Band Lock Blue (BLB), Optiband Ultra Blue (OBU), or
Sofia Sideri +5 more
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The Fracture Strength of Ceramic Brackets : A Comparative Study [PDF]
The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of different surface conditions and different ligation methods on the fracture strength of ceramic brackets and the yield strength of metal brackets.
Flores, Daniel A.
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The oral microbiota and periodontal health in orthodontic patients
Abstract The oral microbiota develops within the first 2 years of childhood and becomes distinct from the parents by 4 years‐of‐age. The oral microbiota plays an important role in the overall health/symbiosis of the individual. Deviations from the state of symbiosis leads to dysbiosis and an increased risk of pathogenicity.
Brandon W. Peterson +4 more
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Introduction: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of a highly filled light-cured sealant (HFLCS) on the shear bond strength of metal, ceramic and titanium brackets bonded with resin-modified glass ionomer cement (RMGIC).
Vivek Mahajan
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Abstract Uneven gingival margins may cause visible asymmetries during smiling and may reflect alterations in the tooth shape and morphology, particularly in cases requiring restorative procedures. Despite being perceived as a minor health condition, presence of uneven gingival margins usually impacts the smile aesthetics and could affect the individual'
Conchita Martin +3 more
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OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of tribochemical silica coating and silane surface conditioning on the bond strength of rebonded metal and ceramic brackets.
Saadet Atsü +2 more
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Abstract Objectives Global population aging is leading to a greater retention of natural teeth into later life and an increasing prevalence of dental implant therapy. Although advanced age has traditionally been regarded as a risk factor for compromised outcomes, population level evidence remains lacking.
Dong Yang +3 more
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