Application of Elastomeric Chains in Orthodontics: Past, Present and Future
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Context: One of the most important aims in orthodontic treatment is to apply a light continuous force to achieve maximum effective tooth movement with minimal side effects (optimal tooth movement). It is obvious that elastomeric chains are the most popular method of space closure, but they undergo force decay during time. Force decay behavior of elastomeric chains is influenced by various factors. It is crucial for every practitioner to know about these products and factors affecting them. Evidence Acquisition: So we searched English articles published in Pubmed between 2005 2016 with keyword “orthodontics,
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