Assessment of labially impacted canines traction mode with clear aligners vs. fixed appliance: A comparative study based on 3D finite element analysis

Purpose: The objective of this study was to evaluate and compare the biomechanical differences between clear aligner and fixed appliance in the traction of labially impacted canines based on 3D finite element analysis.Methods: A series of patient-oriented finite element models were constructed, incl...

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Main Authors: Qian Xia, Yao He, Lurong Jia, Chunjuan Wang, Weixu Wang, Chao Wang, Jinlin Song, Yubo Fan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2022-10-01
Series:Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fbioe.2022.1004223/full