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Deflection test on different orthodontic wire materials sized 0.016 x 0.022 inches

Majalah Kedokteran Gigi Indonesia, 2018
The development of technology in orthodontic field produces some orthodontic wires that have different deflection abilities. Loading force is the force needed to place an orthodontic wire in bracket slot (activation).
Harris Gadih Pratomo, Endah Mardiati, Eky Soeria Soemantri, Ida Ayu Evangelina   +3 more
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An Ingested Orthodontic Wire Fragment: A Case Report [PDF]

Dentistry Journal, 2016
Accidental ingestion or inhalation of foreign bodies has been widely documented, including incidents which occur whilst undertaking dental treatment. Most ingested objects pass through the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) spontaneously, but approximately 10%–20% need to be removed endoscopically and 1% require surgery.
James Puryer, Catherine McNamara, Jonathan Sandy, Tony Ireland   +3 more
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Microbial corrosion of orthodontic wires

IP Indian Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Research, 2022
To evaluate microbial corrosion by weight loss, microbial corrosion and elemental analysis of NiTi and stainless wires after period of 2 months in streptococcus mutans containing media. Percentage change in weight after 2 months is 1.7% and 0.8% in NiTi & SS respectively.
Vipul Kumar Sharma, Gitanjali Yadav, TP Chaturvedi, SN Upadhyay, Ragini Tilak   +4 more
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A novel β‐titanium alloy orthodontic wire [PDF]

The Kaohsiung Journal of Medical Sciences, 2018
Abstract This literature review investigated a recently developed orthodontic wire composed of a β‐titanium alloy known as “Gum Metal” and compared its properties with those of conventional wires.
Hong-Po Chang, Yu-Chuan Tseng
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Effects of oropharyngeal neuromuscular stimulation on the volumetric enlarged and reduced tongue base in minipigs

The Anatomical Record, EarlyView.
Abstract Hypoglossal nerve or tongue protruding muscle stimulation is a current treatment option for obstructive sleep apnea. Thus, the present study analyzed 3D deformations of the volumetric enlarged and reduced tongue base upon oropharyngeal neuromuscular stimulation.
Sydney Chen, Doris Haydee Rosero Salazar, Zi‐Jun Liu   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

COLD ROLLING ORTHODONTIC WIRES OF AUSTENITIC STAINLESS STEEL AISI 304 [PDF]

Tecnologia em Metalurgia, Materiais e Mineração, 2013
Austenitic stainless steels wires are widely used in the final stages of orthodontic treatment. The objective of this paper is to study the process of conformation of rectangular wires from round wires commercial austenitic stainless steel AISI 304 by ...
Rodrigo Santos Messner, André Itman Filho, José Benaque Rubert   +2 more
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Tooth autotransplantation following extraction of periodontally hopeless teeth in a periodontitis patient

Clinical Advances in Periodontics, EarlyView.
Abstract Background The aim of the study is to report clinical outcomes of autogenous tooth transplantation (ATT) of fully developed third molars following the extraction of periodontally hopeless teeth as a part of the treatment of a stage III, grade C, molar‐incisor pattern (MIP) periodontitis case.
Alessandro Rizzi, Giorgia Astolfi, Roberto Farina, Leonardo Trombelli   +3 more
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Evaluation of the Biocompatibility of Orthodontic Brackets and Wires: An In-Vitro Study

Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences
Background: Orthodontic treatment involves the use of various materials, including brackets and wires, which come into direct contact with oral tissues. Biocompatibility of these materials is crucial to ensure patient safety and treatment success.
Mohammad Khursheed Alam, Mashael Zaid Alfuhigi, Mohammad Younis Hajeer, Mohammed Abdullah Alrubaysh, Moath Ahmad Alslai, Abdulmajeed Fehaid Alsabilah   +5 more
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Community‐Based Postdoctoral Dentistry Program in Special Care Dentistry: Development and Implementation

Journal of Dental Education, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction There is a growing, national need for properly trained dentists to provide special care dentistry to a transitioning, aging, and medically complex population. This study describes the implementation and initial impact of a novel academic‐community intervention designed to rapidly address this critical gap in provider training and ...
Dan Burch, Marvellous A. Akinlotan, Oluyomi Oloruntoba, Prerana Gurudath, Carol Dean, Katherine Miller Nimmons, Nina Ray, Jayne Reuben   +7 more
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Dental Splints in Dentoalveolar Trauma: An Overview of Public Healthcare Services in Brazil

Dental Traumatology, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background/Aim The prognosis of traumatized teeth might be influenced by the type and quality of the dental splint. This prospective observational study was aimed to evaluate the indications and quality of dental splints performed in a comprehensive public oral health service in the city of Uberlândia, Brazil.
Caroline Garcia Orsi, Roberta Alves de Oliveira, Carlos Daniel Sturaro Junqueira, André Luis Faria‐e‐Silva, Liran Levin, Carlos José Soares, Priscilla Barbosa Ferreira Soares   +6 more
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