INTRODUCTION: Elastomeric chains are one of several devices used to provide force for
orthodontic tooth movement, but the force they exert diminishes over time and can thus be …

Background. Elastomeric chains and NiTi coil springs are two major traction aids in
orthodontic tooth movements. Force degradation occurs over time in both groups, with …

Background: Different studies about the effects of mouthwashes on force reduction by
elastomeric chains are reported in the literature. Hence, this review was done for the …

Background: Different environmental conditions, such as high temperature or exposure to
some chemical agents, may affect the force decay of different methods of space closure …

Introduction Effects of different oral hygiene controls on force kinetics of memory elastic
chains are not assessed adequately or in the case of many oral care products, non-existent …

Background Elastomeric chains are widely used for incisor retraction and space closure.
However, the force they exert diminishes over time, and this makes it difficult to determine …

Background The purpose of this study was to evaluate and compare in vivo force
degradation of elastomeric chains of four different companies over a period of 6 weeks using …

INTRODUCTION: Orthodontic elastomeric chains are commercially available in various
colors from many manufacturers. In this study, we investigated the viscoelastic properties of …

Purpose Elastomeric chains are widely used for exerting force in orthodontics. Since
orthodontic patients are prone to plaque accumulation they are usually advised to apply …

Background: Elastomeric chains are used to generate force in many orthodontic procedures,
but this force decays over time, which could affect tooth movement. This study aimed to study …