Force degradation of two orthodontic accessories analyzed in vivo and in vitro
Abstract Objective To compare force degradation of elastomeric chains and NiTi coil springs in vivo and in vitro, and evaluate the effects of pre-stretched and reused elastomeric chains in the oral cavity during the time. Methods In the in vitro groups, 4-unit elastomeric chains and NiTi coil spring...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2023-12-01
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| Series: | BMC Oral Health |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s12903-023-03737-x |