Effect of orthodontic debonding and residual adhesive removal on 3D enamel microroughness

Background Termination of fixed orthodontic treatment is associated with bracket debonding and residual adhesive removal. These procedures increase enamel roughness to a degree that should depend on the tool used. Enamel roughening may be associated with bacterial retention and staining. However, a...

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Main Authors: Joanna Janiszewska-Olszowska, Robert Tomkowski, Katarzyna Tandecka, Piotr Stepien, Tomasz Szatkiewicz, Katarzyna Sporniak-Tutak, Katarzyna Grocholewicz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PeerJ Inc. 2016-10-01
Series:PeerJ
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Online Access:https://peerj.com/articles/2558.pdf