Contemporary orthodontics entails using advanced materials and devices, simplifying the
process of tooth movement. It is well documented that orthodontic materials are subjected to …

This paper reviews the recent research and application of atomic force microscopy (AFM)
and Raman spectroscopy techniques, which are considered the multi-functional and …

In orthodontics, the surface roughnesses of orthodontic archwire and brackets affect the
effectiveness of arch-guided tooth movement, corrosion behavior, and the aesthetics of …

Aim: Compare surface roughness of 'aesthetic'nickel–titanium (NiTi) archwires with their
dynamic frictional properties. Methods: Archwires investigated were: four fully coated tooth …

INTRODUCTION: Sliding mechanics is widely used during orthodontic treatment. One of the
disadvantages of this mechanics is the friction generated at the bracket/archwire interface …

Introduction This study aimed to evaluate the metal ion release, cytotoxicity, and surface
roughness of clinically used metal orthodontic appliances after immersion in different …

Objective: To evaluate the in vitro ability of esthetic coated rectangular arch wires to retain
oral biofilms and in vivo biofilm formation on these wires after 4 and 8 weeks of clinical use …

The aim of this paper is to analyze the influence of the nature of the orthodontic archwires on
the friction coefficient and wear rate against materials used commonly as brackets (Ti–6Al …

Objective: To compare the degree of debris and friction of conventional and self-ligating
orthodontic brackets before and after clinical use. Materials and Methods: Two sets of three …

Mechanical properties of orthodontic wires can have a very significant impact both on the
resistance of the entire appliance to the oral cavity conditions and directly on the …