Post-Orthodontic Relapse Prevention through Administration of a Novel Synthetic Carbonated Hydroxyapatite–Chitosan Hydrogel Derived from Blood Cockle Shell (<i>Anadara granosa</i> L.)

Relapse during passive orthodontic treatment is a major issue, with 70–90% frequency. This study examines whether blood cockle shells may be used to extract carbonated hydroxyapatite (CHA)-chitosan (CS). This study also aims to analyze the effect of CHA-CS on orthodontic relapse in rats. This study...

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Main Authors: Aanisah Fauziyyah Nurul Hadi, Sabrina Noor Aghniya, Gayuh Abi Haidar, Windy Sepry Marcelina Sihombing, Angelina Sutedjo, Ananto Ali Alhasyimi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-01-01
Series:Dentistry Journal
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2304-6767/12/1/18