MECHANICAL ANALYSIS OF ORTHODONTIC WIRES

Orthodontic tooth movement is a physiologic response to externally applied forces; the motive forces are primarily mechanical. The optimal application of orthodontic force enables maximum movement of teeth with minimal irreversible damage of the periodontal ligament (PDL), alveolar bone, and teeth....

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Main Author: Aseel Mohammed Ali Hussein
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: University of Diyala 2012-06-01
Series:Diyala Journal of Engineering Sciences
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Online Access:https://djes.info/index.php/djes/article/view/576