An Overview of Biocompatibility of Orthodontic Materials

Autor: Manu Rashmi Sharma, T.P. Chaturvedi
Rok vydání: 2008
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Zdroj: Journal of Indian Orthodontic Society. 42:27-32
ISSN: 0974-9098
0301-5742
DOI: 10.1177/0974909820080305
Popis: There are various tyes of orthodontic materials used in treatment of malocclusion. These materials are not inert materials. They undergo chemical or eletrochemical reactions with environmentresulting in dissolution or formation of chemical compound in oral environment. Thusbiocompatibility of orthodontic materials is important clinical aspect of orthodontic treatment inpatients as well as for appliance durability. Present article highlighted various factors responsiblefor biocompatibility of materials as well as possible protective measures
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