Metal versus Fiberglass Post-Orthodontic Retainers Short-Term Effects on Plaque Index and Microbial Colonization: An Observational Study

In orthodontics, post-treatment retention phase is crucial for maintaining the obtained clinical results. In cases of crowding, a bonded fixed retainer is often chosen to maintain teeth alignment in the anterior sector of the lower dental arch. A fixed retainer can remain in the mouth for years. The...

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Main Authors: Stefano Mummolo, Vincenzo Quinzi, Alessandro Nota, Carla Marino, Laura Pittari, Rebecca Jewel Manenti, Simona Tecco
Format: Article
Jezik:English
Izdano: MDPI AG 2022-02-01
Serija:Life
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Online dostop:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-1729/12/3/331