Effect of Bonding Height on Force‐Moment Generation in Orthodontic Fixed Lingual Retainers: An In Vitro Study [PDF]
Clinical and Experimental Dental ResearchObjectives To investigate the effect of different bonding heights on force‐moment generation in orthodontic fixed lingual retainers under loading in a biomechanical setup.
Francesca Thaden +5 more
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Journal of Orthodontic ScienceBACKGROUND: Retention preserves the optimal esthetic and functional positions of teeth following the termination of active orthodontic treatment. Conventional stainless-steel multistrand fixed retainers have limitations and drawbacks, mainly related to ...
Noor S. Alnuaimy, Akram F. Alhuwaizi
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Fixed Flexible Spiral Wire Retainers and Unwanted Tooth Movements: A Case Report
Applied Sciences, 2023 This case report presents a study of unwanted tooth movements during the retention phase after orthodontic treatment. The early recognition of these unwanted tooth movements is paramount for patients and clinicians to prevent the associated negative ...
Pauline A. J. Steegmans +2 more
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Progress in Orthodontics, 2019 Background The long-term evidence regarding failures of fixed retainers is limited and the aim of this cohort study was to assess the long-term risk of failure of one type of maxillary and two types of mandibular fixed lingual retainers.
Katharina E. Kocher +4 more
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Impact of fixed orthodontic retainers on oral health-related quality of life: a longitudinal prospective study [PDF]
Dental Press Journal of OrthodonticsObjective: The aim of the present study was to assess the impact of orthodontic retainers on oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) in the short and long terms after orthodontic treatment.
Melany Clarissa Gámez MEDINA +4 more
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Effects of Computer Assisted Design‐Computer Assisted Manufacturing Nickel‐Titanium Fixed Lingual Retainers Versus Conventional Flexible Multistrand Retainers on Tooth Displacements and Periodontal Ligament Stress Distributions in the Mandibular Anterior Teeth at Four Different Inclinations: A Finite Element Analysis [PDF]
Health Science ReportsBackground and Aims Little information is available on tooth displacement and periodontal ligament (PDL) stress distribution caused by computer assisted design‐computer assisted manufacturing (CAD/CAM) retainers.
Hanie Daryanavard +6 more
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Assessing the Cytotoxicity of Materials Used as Bonding Agents in Orthodontic Fixed Retainers [PDF]
Journal of Dental SchoolObjectives Fixed orthodontic retainers are pivotal in determining the success of treatment outcomes. However, the bonding materials utilized in their construction are not completely inert.
Aylar Javaheripour +3 more
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Fixed Orthodontic Retentions from Orthodontists’ Perspectives (A Qualitative Study) [PDF]
Sulaimani Dental JournalObjective: This study aimed to investigate orthodontists' perspectives and experiences with fixed orthodontic retention, emphasizing its effectiveness, challenges, and recommended practices.
Adham Abdulrahman
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Finite Element Analysis of Fixed Orthodontic Retainers
BioengineeringThe efficacy of retainers is a pivotal concern in orthodontic care. This study examined the biomechanical behaviour of retainers, particularly the influence of retainer stiffness and tooth resilience on force transmission and stress distribution.
Sebastian Hetzler +5 more
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Lingual Retainer Application Using Indirect Bonding Technique: A Technical Note [PDF]
Journal of Dental Materials and Techniques, 2022 Introduction: Fixed retainers are the most commonly used method of retention after orthodontic treatment. Accurate and passive adaptation of the fixed retainer wire to the anterior teeth, in addition to moisture control during the bonding procedure, are ...
Genta Agani Sabah +2 more
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