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Laser debonding of ceramic orthodontic brackets [PDF]

American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, 1993
Laser light energy has been shown in other studies to degrade resins by thermal softening, thermal ablation, or photoablation. If this technology could be successfully applied to bracket debonding, fracturing of both bracket and enamel during debonding might be eliminated.
R M, Tocchio, P T, Williams, F J, Mayer, K G, Standing   +3 more
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Comparison of Enamel Demineralisation Scores between Passive Self-Ligation Brackets and Conventional Ligation Brackets in Patients Undergoing Orthodontic TreatmentA Laser Fluorescence Study [PDF]

Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2020
Introduction: Enamel demineralisation is often seen in patients undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment because appliances create retentive areas around the brackets leading to food debris accumulation.
Akriti Tiwari, Ravindra Kumar Jain
doaj   +1 more source

Nanoparticles in preventing biofilm formation on orthodontic brackets: Clinical study

Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences
This study investigates the effectiveness of nanoparticles in preventing the formation of biofilms on orthodontic brackets. Biofilm formation is a common concern during orthodontic treatment, as it can lead to oral health issues.
Mohammad K Alam, Shahad R F. Alruwaili, Razan A I. Alderaan, Dana S A. Alanazi   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Air-powder polishing on self-ligating brackets after clinical use: effects on debris levels

Dental Press Journal of Orthodontics
Introduction: Debris buildup on brackets and arch surfaces is one of the main factors that can influence the intensity of friction between bracket and orthodontic wire.
Mônica L. S. Castro Aragón, Leandro Santiago Lima, David Normando   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Effect of Chlorhexidine and Povidone-iodine Mouth Rinses on Corrosion Resistance and Surface Characteristics of Stainless Steel Orthodontic Brackets – An in vitro and in vivo Study

Contemporary Clinical Dentistry
Background: Stainless steel (SS) orthodontic brackets may have varying corrosion resistance when used with mouthwashes during orthodontic treatment. Studying their effects on orthodontic brackets will be beneficial.
Ragul Pugalendhi, N. K. Sapna Varma, Parvathy Ghosh, V. V. Ajith, Deepika Jayakrishnan Nair   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Titanium Nitride and Nitrogen Ion Implanted Coated Dental Materials [PDF]

, 2012
Titanium nitride and/or nitrogen ion implanted coated dental materials have been investigated since the mid-1980s and considered in various applications in dentistry such as implants, abutments, orthodontic wires, endodontic files, periodontal/oral ...
Al Jabbari, Youssef S., Barnes, Ashley C., Berzins, David W., Fehrman, Jennifer, Zapf, Angela M., Zinelis, Spiros   +5 more
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Corrosion of orthodontic brackets: qualitative and quantitative surface analysis

The Angle Orthodontist, 2022
ABSTRACT Objectives To determine and compare surface characteristics and presence of corrosion in new and used brackets with optical light microscopy (OLM) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and with elemental chemical analysis with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS).
Doomen, Romy A., Nedeljkovic, Ivana, Kuitert, Reinder B., Kleverlaan, Cornelis J., Aydin, Burcu   +4 more
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Orthodontıc Brackets (A Literature Review)

Turkish Journal of Orthodontics, 1998
Throughout this century, one of the main trends of progress in the science of dental materials has been the improvement of both the function and aesthetic of orthodontic appliances.
Selim Arıcı
doaj   +1 more source

Does the bracket-ligature combination affect the amount of orthodontic space closure over three months? A randomized controlled trial

, 2013
OBJECTIVE: To investigate the effect of bracket-ligature combination on the amount of orthodontic space closure over three months. DESIGN: Randomized clinical trial with three parallel groups.
Benson, P, Collins, J, Sandler, J, Tinsley, D, Wong, H   +4 more
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Current Orthodontic Education Status on Treating Patients With ASD and/or ADHD in North America

Journal of Dental Education, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Objectives Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention‐deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are associated with specific dental and behavioral attributes, particularly in children, that necessitate special attention from healthcare providers.
Nikki Wei, Chun‐Hsi Chung, Ilana Zinn, Mark S. Wolff, Chenshuang Li   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source