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Wallach R, English JD, Moon A, Brock RA, Paravina RD, Kasper FK. Colour stability of 3D-Printed orthodontic brackets using filled resins. Orthod Craniofac Res 2023; 26 Suppl 1:180-187. [PMID: 37089069 DOI: 10.1111/ocr.12665] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2023] [Revised: 03/03/2023] [Accepted: 03/31/2023] [Indexed: 04/25/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To determine the effect of common beverages and accelerated aging on the colour stability of filled resins, which could potentially be used for fabrication of 3D-printed orthodontic brackets. MATERIALS AND METHODS GR-17.1 (shades A1, A2, and A3), and GR-10 Guide resins (pro3dure medical, Eden Prairie, MN) were printed on an Asiga MAX UV printer into discs 2 mm thick, with a diameter of 10 mm, and then post-print processed as per manufacturer's instructions. Discs were immersed in 5 mL of coffee, tea, red wine, or distilled water for 7 days. Another group was subjected to accelerated aging in accordance with ISO Standard 4892-2. Ten samples were produced per resin, per treatment condition. Colour measurements were taken on the discs before and after treatment using a spectrophotometer against white and black reference tiles to assess colour and translucency differences with the CIEDE2000 colour difference formula. RESULTS While initial colour of the printed resin discs was acceptable, all resin groups underwent significant colour change during the experiment. Red wine and coffee produced the greatest colour and translucency change, followed by tea, with accelerated aging producing the least change in colour and translucency. CONCLUSION The 3D-printed resins tested underwent significant changes in colour and translucency following exposure to endogenous and exogenous sources of staining, which may affect their acceptability for fabrication of aesthetic orthodontic brackets.
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- Richard Wallach
- Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry and Prosthodontics, Houston Center for Biomaterials & Biomimetics (HCBB), School of Dentistry, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Department of Orthodontics, Houston Center for Biomaterials & Biomimetics (HCBB), School of Dentistry; Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Houston, Texas, USA
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Bauer CAJ, Scheurer M, Bourauel C, Kretzer JP, Roser CJ, Lux CJ, Hodecker LD. Precision of slot widths and torque transmission of in-office 3D printed brackets : An in vitro study. J Orofac Orthop 2023:10.1007/s00056-023-00460-8. [PMID: 36862188 DOI: 10.1007/s00056-023-00460-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2022] [Accepted: 12/29/2022] [Indexed: 03/03/2023]
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PURPOSE To investigate a novel in-office three-dimensionally (3D) printed polymer bracket regarding slot precision and torque transmission. METHODS Based on a 0.022″ bracket system, stereolithography was used to manufacture brackets (N = 30) from a high-performance polymer that met Medical Device Regulation (MDR) IIa requirements. Conventional metal and ceramic brackets were used for comparison. Slot precision was determined using calibrated plug gages. Torque transmission was measured after artificial aging. Palatal and vestibular crown torques were measured from 0 to 20° using titanium-molybdenum (T) and stainless steel (S) wires (0.019″ × 0.025″) in a biomechanical experimental setup. The Kruskal-Wallis test with post hoc test (Dunn-Bonferroni) was used for statistical analyses (significance level p < 0.05). RESULTS The slot sizes of all three bracket groups were within the tolerance range according to DIN 13996 (ceramic [C]: 0.581 ± 0.003 mm; metal [M]: 0.6 ± 0.005 mm; polymer [P]: 0.581 ± 0.010 mm). The maximum torque values of all bracket-arch combinations were above the clinically relevant range of 5-20 Nmm (PS: 30 ± 8.6 Nmm; PT: 27.8 ± 14.2 Nmm; CS: 24 ± 5.6 Nmm; CT: 19.9 ± 3.8 Nmm; MS: 21.4 ± 6.7 Nmm; MT: 16.7 ± 4.6 Nmm). CONCLUSIONS The novel, in-office manufactured polymer bracket showed comparable results to established bracket materials regarding slot precision and torque transmission. Given its high individualization possibilities as well as enabling an entire in-house supply chain, the novel polymer brackets bear high potential of future usage for orthodontic appliances.
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- Carolien A J Bauer
- Poliklinik für Kieferorthopädie, Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 400, 69120, Heidelberg, Germany.
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Mund‑, Kiefer‑, Gesichtschirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 400, 69120, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Oralmedizinische Technologie, Zentrum für Zahn‑, Mund- und Kieferheilkunde, Universitätsklinikum Bonn, Welschnonnenstr. 17, 53111, Bonn, Germany
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- Labor für Biomechanik und Implantatforschung, Klinik für Orthopädie, Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg, Schlierbacher Landstraße 200a, 69118, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Poliklinik für Kieferorthopädie, Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 400, 69120, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Poliklinik für Kieferorthopädie, Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 400, 69120, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Poliklinik für Kieferorthopädie, Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg, Im Neuenheimer Feld 400, 69120, Heidelberg, Germany
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Iwasaki T, Nagata S, Ishikawa T, Tanimoto Y. Mechanical characterization of aesthetic orthodontic brackets by the dynamic indentation method. Dent Mater J 2022; 41:860-867. [PMID: 35934802 DOI: 10.4012/dmj.2022-051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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The objective of this study is to investigate the mechanical properties, such as the dynamic hardness and indentation elastic modulus, of commercially available aesthetic orthodontic brackets, such as ceramic and plastic brackets, by the dynamic micro-indentation method. Five ceramic brackets, which were made of alumina (both monocrystalline and polycrystalline forms) or zirconia, and two plastic brackets, which were made of glass fiber-reinforced polycarbonate or polyamide, were tested. There were significant differences in the mechanical properties of the monocrystalline and polycrystalline alumina brackets. The mechanical properties of the glass fiber-reinforced plastic bracket were significantly superior to these of the non-glass-fiber-reinforced plastic bracket. The differences in the crystal structures of the ceramic brackets surface affected the dynamic hardness and indentation elastic modulus. Furthermore, the short glass fibers contained in the plastic bracket might contribute to the improvement of the mechanical properties.
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- Taro Iwasaki
- Department of Dental Biomaterials, Nihon University School of Dentistry at Matsudo
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- Department of Dental Biomaterials, Nihon University School of Dentistry at Matsudo
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- Department of Orthodontics, Nihon University School of Dentistry at Matsudo
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- Department of Dental Biomaterials, Nihon University School of Dentistry at Matsudo
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Nakano T, Nakajima A, Watanabe H, Osada A, Namura Y, Yoneyama T, Tanaka E, Motoyoshi M. Evaluation of torque moment in esthetic brackets from bendable alloy wires. Angle Orthod 2021; 91:656-663. [PMID: 33822872 DOI: 10.2319/081820-729.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2020] [Accepted: 01/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES To examine the torque moment that occurs between esthetic brackets and bendable alloy (stainless steel [SS], titanium-molybdenum [Ti-Mo], and titanium-niobium [Ti-Nb]) wires. MATERIALS AND METHODS This study examined ceramic (CR), zirconium oxide (ZC), polycarbonate (PC), and conventional metallic brackets (MT) (upper, 0.018-inch and 0.022-inch slots) combined with SS, Ti-Mo, and Ti-Nb wires using elastic module ligation. The torque moments delivered by various wire and bracket combinations were measured using a torque gauge apparatus. The wire torque angles at 5-40° were examined. RESULTS The torque value increased in the order of CR, ZC, MT, and PC brackets for both 0.018-inch and 0.022-inch slots. The fracture points of the CR and ZC brackets combined with SS and Ti-Mo wires were approximately more than 30° and 35°, respectively. No fracture points were detected in the combination of ZC brackets and Ti-Nb wires. CONCLUSIONS The current study identified the material characteristics of CR, ZR, and PC brackets during torque tooth movements. The present results demonstrate a characteristic combined effect between different esthetic brackets and bendable alloy wires.
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Characterisation of mechanical and surface properties of novel biomimetic interpenetrating alumina-polycarbonate composite materials. Dent Mater 2020; 36:1595-1607. [PMID: 33187770 DOI: 10.1016/j.dental.2020.09.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2020] [Revised: 07/30/2020] [Accepted: 09/20/2020] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To determine the mechanical and surface characteristics of two novel biomimetic interpenetrating phase alumina-polycarbonate (Al2O3-PC) composite materials, comprising aligned honeycomb-like porous ceramic preforms infiltrated with polycarbonate polymer. METHOD Two composite materials were produced and characterised. Each comprised a porous structure with a ceramic-rich (polymer-poor) top layer, graduated through to a more porous ceramic-poor (polymer-rich) bottom layer. In addition, pure polycarbonate and dense alumina specimens were subjected to the same characterisation namely: density, compression, three-point bend, hardness, surface loss and surface roughness testing. Scanning electron microscopy and micro computerised tomography were employed for structural examination. RESULTS Three-dimensional aligned honeycomb-like ceramic structures were produced and full interpenetration of the polymer phase was observed using MicroCT. Depending on the ceramic volume in the initial aqueous ceramic suspension, the density of the final interpenetrating composites ranged from 2.64 to 3.01g/cm3, compressive strength ranged from 192.43 to 274.91MPa, flexural strength from 105.54 to 148.47MPa, fracture toughness from 2.17 to 3.11MPa.m½, hardness from 0.82 to 1.52GPa, surface loss from 0.71 to 1.40μm and surface roughness, following tooth brushing, from 0.70 to 0.99μm. Composite specimens showed characteristic properties part way between enamel and polycarbonate. SIGNIFICANCE There was a correlation between the initial solid ceramic loading in the aqueous suspension, used to produce the porous ceramic scaffolds, and the subsequent characteristic properties of the composite materials. These novel composites show potential as aesthetic orthodontic bracket materials, as their properties fit part way between those of ceramic, enamel and polycarbonate.
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Ngan AY, Bollu P, Chaudhry K, Stevens R, Subramani K. Survey on awareness and preference of ceramic bracket debonding techniques among orthodontists. J Clin Exp Dent 2020; 12:e656-e662. [PMID: 32904974 PMCID: PMC7462376 DOI: 10.4317/jced.56976] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2020] [Accepted: 04/13/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Background The objectives of this study was to evaluate the awareness of different ceramic bracket debonding techniques among orthodontists in the USA and the most commonly used debonding technique for ceramic bracket removal.
Material and Methods A survey on preference for debonding and awareness of debonding techniques was emailed to 2,227 members of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO).
Results 119 orthodontists completed the survey. 111 responses were included in the study analysis of ceramic bracket users. The most common technique used was mechanical debonding. 86.5% used a specially designed bracket removing plier from the manufacturer. Overall, there were 59.5% of surveyed orthodontists who were aware of electrothermal debonding, 73% were unaware of ultrasonic debonding and 83.8% were unaware of laser debonding. There were more orthodontists with an affiliation with an academic institution aware of electrothermal debonding (p=0.002). There also was a trend of orthodontists having no affiliation with an institution who were unaware of laser debonding (p=0.015).
Conclusions This survey showed that the majority of orthodontists who responded to the questionnaire were unaware of alternative debonding techniques of ceramic brackets. All orthodontists who use ceramic brackets utilized mechanical debonding technique. Key words:Orthodontic ceramic brackets, mechanical, electrothermal, ultrasonic, laser debonding.
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- Aileen Y Ngan
- Roseman University of Health Sciences, College of Dental Medicine, Henderson, NV, USA
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- Roseman University of Health Sciences, College of Dental Medicine, Henderson, NV, USA
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- Roseman University of Health Sciences, College of Dental Medicine, Henderson, NV, USA
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- Roseman University of Health Sciences, College of Dental Medicine, Henderson, NV, USA
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- Roseman University of Health Sciences, College of Dental Medicine, Henderson, NV, USA
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Wichelhaus A, Dulla M, Sabbagh H, Baumert U, Stocker T. Stainless steel and NiTi torque archwires and apical root resorption. J Orofac Orthop 2020; 82:1-12. [PMID: 32875350 PMCID: PMC7803709 DOI: 10.1007/s00056-020-00244-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2018] [Accepted: 04/24/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Objective The amount of apical root resorption when using the torque-segmented archwire (TSA) was investigated as well as the extent and direction of the therapeutically indicated apical movement and the treatment duration. Materials and methods The degree of apical root resorption in 18 randomly chosen Class II and Class I patients treated with the TSA, as well as in 18 conventionally treated patients were evaluated using pre- and posttreatment panoramic radiographs. The sagittal and vertical apical movements and inclination changes were determined based on pre- and posttreatment lateral cephalograms. Nonparametric tests were applied to test between treatment groups and steps. The Mann–Whitney U test, Kruskal–Wallis, Pearson correlation and Wilcoxon signed-rank test were applied for statistical analysis (p < 0.05). Results The incidence of root resorptions was 89–94.4% in low or moderate level. The relative root–crown ratio (rRCR) was not statistically different between the TSA and control groups except tooth 12. The axis of the incisors in the TSA group was significantly improved. The main direction of movement of the apices of the central incisors was retrusion and extrusion. No interdependence between the amount of resorption and the parameters of treatment duration, extent and direction of apical movement were found. Conclusion The results of the study showed that the amount of apical root resorption with the TSA is slight to moderate and can be compared to conventional orthodontic treatment. The TSA is hence a suitable method for applying targeted torques to the incisors.
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- Andrea Wichelhaus
- Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Goethestraße 70, 80336, Munich, Germany.
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- Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Goethestraße 70, 80336, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Goethestraße 70, 80336, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Goethestraße 70, 80336, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, University Hospital, LMU Munich, Goethestraße 70, 80336, Munich, Germany
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Al-Jawoosh S, Ireland A, Su B. Fabrication and characterisation of a novel biomimetic anisotropic ceramic/polymer-infiltrated composite material. Dent Mater 2018; 34:994-1002. [PMID: 29653726 DOI: 10.1016/j.dental.2018.03.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2017] [Revised: 03/11/2018] [Accepted: 03/23/2018] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To fabricate and characterise a novel biomimetic composite material consisting of aligned porous ceramic preforms infiltrated with polymer. METHOD Freeze-casting was used to fabricate and control the microstructure and porosity of ceramic preforms, which were subsequently infiltrated with 40-50% by volume UDMA-TEGDMA polymer. The composite materials were then subjected to characterisation, namely density, compression, three-point bend, hardness and fracture toughness testing. Samples were also subjected to scanning electron microscopy and computerised tomography (Micro-CT). RESULTS Three-dimensional aligned honeycomb-like ceramic structures were produced and full interpenetration of the polymer phase was observed using micro-CT. Depending on the volume fraction of the ceramic preform, the density of the final composite ranged from 2.92 to 3.36g/cm3, compressive strength ranged from 206.26 to 253.97MPa, flexural strength from 97.73 to 145.65MPa, hardness ranged from 1.46 to 1.62GPa, and fracture toughness from 3.91 to 4.86MPam1/2. SIGNIFICANCE Freeze-casting provides a novel method to engineer composite materials with a unique aligned honeycomb-like interpenetrating structure, consisting of two continuous phases, inorganic and organic. There was a correlation between the ceramic fraction and the subsequent, density, strength, hardness and fracture toughness of the composite material.
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- Sara Al-Jawoosh
- Biomaterials Engineering Group, Bristol Dental School, University of Bristol, Lower Maudlin Street, Bristol, BS1 2LY, UK.
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- Child Dental Health, Bristol Dental School, University of Bristol, Lower Maudlin Street, Bristol, BS1 2LY, UK
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- Biomaterials Engineering Group, Bristol Dental School, University of Bristol, Lower Maudlin Street, Bristol, BS1 2LY, UK
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Alrejaye N, Pober R, Giordano Ii R. Torsional strength of computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing-fabricated esthetic orthodontic brackets. Angle Orthod 2016; 87:125-130. [PMID: 27403781 DOI: 10.2319/040416-267.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To fabricate orthodontic brackets from esthetic materials and determine their fracture resistance during archwire torsion. MATERIALS AND METHODS Computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing technology (Cerec inLab, Sirona) was used to mill brackets with a 0.018 × 0.025-inch slot. Materials used were Paradigm MZ100 and Lava Ultimate resin composite (3M ESPE), Mark II feldspathic porcelain (Vita Zahnfabrik), and In-Ceram YZ zirconia (Vita Zahnfabrik). Ten brackets of each material were subjected to torque by a 0.018 × 0.025-inch stainless steel archwire (G&H) using a specially designed apparatus. The average moments and degrees of torsion necessary to fracture the brackets were determined and compared with those of commercially available alumina brackets, Mystique MB (Dentsply GAC). RESULTS The YZ brackets were statistically significantly stronger than any other tested material in their resistance to torsion (P < .05). The mean torques at failure ranged from 3467 g.mm for Mark II to 11,902 g.mm for YZ. The mean torsion angles at failure ranged from 15.3° to 40.9°. CONCLUSION Zirconia had the highest torsional strength among the tested esthetic brackets. Resistance of MZ100 and Lava Ultimate composite resin brackets to archwire torsion was comparable to commercially available alumina ceramic brackets.
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Arnold DT, Dalstra M, Verna C. Torque resistance of different stainless steel wires commonly used for fixed retainers in orthodontics. J Orthod 2016; 43:121-9. [PMID: 27104351 DOI: 10.1080/14653125.2016.1155814] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Movements of teeth splinted by fixed retention wires after orthodontic treatment have been observed. The aetiological factors for these movements are unknown. The aim of this in vitro study was to compare the resistance to torque of different stainless steel wires commonly used for fixed retainers in orthodontics. MATERIALS AND METHODS Torquing moments acting on a retainer wire were measured in a mechanical force testing system by applying buccal crown torque to an upper lateral incisor in both a 3-teeth and in a 2-teeth setup. Seven stainless steel wires with different shape, type (plain, braided, coaxial, or chain) and dimensions were selected for this study. RESULTS For a torquing angle of 16.2° in the 3-teeth setup torsion moments can vary between 390 cNmm and 3299 cNmm depending on the retainer wire. For the 2-teeth setup the torsion moments are much smaller. Exposure to the flame of a butane-gas torch for 10 seconds to anneal the wire reduces the stiffness of the retainer wire. CONCLUSIONS Clinicians must select wires for fixed retainers very carefully since the difference in resistance to torque is large. A high level of torque control can be achieved with a plain 0.016 × 0.016-inch or a braided 0.016 × 0.022-inch stainless steel wire. A tooth attached by a retainer wire to only one neighbouring tooth is less resistant to torque than a tooth connected to two neighbouring teeth. Annealing a retainer wire with a flame reduces the stiffness of the wire markedly and can lead to a non-uniform and non-reproducible effect.
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- Dario T Arnold
- a Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry , University of Basel , Basel , Switzerland
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- a Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry , University of Basel , Basel , Switzerland.,b Section of Orthodontics, Department of Dentistry , Aarhus University , Aarhus , Denmark
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- a Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry , University of Basel , Basel , Switzerland
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Matsui S, Umezaki E, Komazawa D, Otsuka Y, Suda N. Evaluation of mechanical properties of esthetic brackets. JOURNAL OF DENTAL BIOMECHANICS 2015; 6:1758736015574401. [PMID: 25755677 PMCID: PMC4347952 DOI: 10.1177/1758736015574401] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2014] [Accepted: 01/25/2015] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Plastic brackets, as well as ceramic brackets, are used in various cases since they have excellent esthetics. However, their mechanical properties remain uncertain. The purpose of this study was to determine how deformation and stress distribution in esthetic brackets differ among materials under the same wire load. Using the digital image correlation method, we discovered the following: (1) the strain of the wings of plastic brackets is within 0.2% and that of ceramic and metal brackets is negligible, (2) polycarbonate brackets having a stainless steel slot show significantly smaller displacement than other plastic brackets, and (3) there is a significant difference between plastic brackets and ceramic and stainless steel brackets in terms of the displacement of the bracket wing.
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- Shigeyuki Matsui
- Division of Orthodontics, Department of Human Development and Fostering, School of Dentistry, Meikai University, Saitama, Japan
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Nippon Institute of Technology, Saitama, Japan
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- Division of Pedodontics, Department of Human Development and Fostering, School of Dentistry, Meikai University, Saitama, Japan
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- Division of Orthodontics, Department of Human Development and Fostering, School of Dentistry, Meikai University, Saitama, Japan
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- Division of Orthodontics, Department of Human Development and Fostering, School of Dentistry, Meikai University, Saitama, Japan
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Due to an increasing demand for superior aesthetics during fixed appliance treatment, the use of aesthetic brackets has grown in popularity over recent years. Although often requested by patients, aesthetic brackets are not without their disadvantages. This article presents the currently available plastic and ceramic brackets and discusses the potential problems associated with each. Recent advances, introduced by manufacturers in an attempt to overcome their clinical disadvantages, are described.
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- J S Russell
- Orthodontic Department, Leeds Dental Institute, Clarendon Way, Leeds LS2 9LU, UK.
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Katsikogianni EN, Reimann S, Weber A, Karp J, Bourauel C. A comparative experimental investigation of torque capabilities induced by conventional and active, passive self-ligating brackets. Eur J Orthod 2014; 37:440-6. [PMID: 25414477 DOI: 10.1093/ejo/cju067] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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INTRODUCTION A proper selected bracket-archwire combination displays a determining factor in the efficacy of torque applied to a tooth at the final stages of an orthodontic treatment. The objective of the current study was to assess the torque capabilities of various bracket systems combined with diverse archwire materials and cross-sections. METHODS The study comprised of four different 0.018-inch slot orthodontic brackets: the passive and the active self-ligating 1. Swiss Nonligating Bracket (SNB) and 2. SPEED and the metallic and the plastic conventional ligating 3. Mini Mono and 4. Brilliant, respectively, and four different archwire types: stainless steel and Nitinol: 0.016×0.016 inch and 0.016×0.022 inch. A 20 degrees labial crown torque (+20 degrees) and then a 20 degrees palatal crown torque (-20 degrees) were applied gradually on the upper right central incisor. Maximum torquing moments and torque play were registered. RESULTS Highest torquing moments were expressed by combining SPEED® with 0.016×0.022 inch stainless steel archwire. Lowest moments, but highest torque loss were registered by inserting a 0.016×0.016 inch Nitinol archwire in conventional ligating brackets. CONCLUSIONS Active self-ligating system manifests the best torque effectiveness. An evident dependence of the torque expression is displayed both on the type of ligation and on the material of the archwire.
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- Eleni N Katsikogianni
- *Endowed Chair of Oral Technology, School of Dentistry, Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms University, Bonn, **Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, University of Heidelberg, and
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- *Endowed Chair of Oral Technology, School of Dentistry, Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms University, Bonn
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- *Endowed Chair of Oral Technology, School of Dentistry, Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms University, Bonn
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- ***Orthodontist, Private Practice, Heimstetten, Germany
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- *Endowed Chair of Oral Technology, School of Dentistry, Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms University, Bonn
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Papageorgiou SN, Konstantinidis I, Papadopoulou K, Jager A, Bourauel C. Clinical effects of pre-adjusted edgewise orthodontic brackets: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur J Orthod 2013; 36:350-63. [DOI: 10.1093/ejo/cjt064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Zhang ZC, Giordano R, Shen G, Chou LL, Qian YF. Shear bond strength of an experimental composite bracket. J Orofac Orthop 2013; 74:319-31. [PMID: 23807258 DOI: 10.1007/s00056-013-0154-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2012] [Accepted: 12/17/2012] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The in vitro shear bond strength of MZ100 brackets (an experimental composite bracket developed by the Dental Biomaterial Laboratory at Boston University) and the effect of different treatment methods on these brackets were evaluated. MATERIALS AND METHODS As the bonding substrates, 80 Vitablocs® Mark II (Vident, Brea, CA, USA) were chosen. Three treatment methods were employed on 60 MZ100 bracket bases (20 brackets per treatment): silane coupling agent (Porcelain Primer; Ormco, Orange, CA, USA), sandblasting (Basic Professional Model Sandblaster; Renfert GmbH, Germany), and non-treatment. Two different orthodontic adhesives were also used: Blugloo™ (Ormco, Orange, CA, USA) and Enlight™ (Ormco, Orange, CA, USA). Twenty metal brackets were used as controls. Shear bond strength tests were performed after sample preparation and bracket bonding. RESULTS The mean shear bond strength of non-treated MZ100 brackets bonded with Enlight™ had the lowest value (7.9 MPa), while that of sandblasted MZ100 brackets bonded with Blugloo™ showed the highest value (17.9 MPa). The mean shear bond strength of non-treated MZ100 brackets was significantly lower than that of the other groups (p<0.05). The mean shear bond strength of sandblasted MZ100 brackets bonded with Blugloo™ was significantly higher than that of those bonded with Enlight™ (p<0.05). With the exception of the silane-Blugloo™ group, the treated MZ100 brackets demonstrated shear bond strengths that did not significantly differ from metal brackets. CONCLUSION The use of sandblasting and silane coupling agent significantly increases the shear bond strength of the MZ100 brackets to values resembling those of metal brackets.
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- Zhe-chen Zhang
- Department of Orthodontics, Ninth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, School of Medicine, Room 213, Building No.1, Zhi-Zao-Ju Road, 639, Shanghai, China
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Melenka GW, Nobes DS, Major PW, Carey JP. Three-dimensional deformation of orthodontic brackets. JOURNAL OF DENTAL BIOMECHANICS 2013; 4:1758736013492529. [PMID: 23762201 PMCID: PMC3677359 DOI: 10.1177/1758736013492529] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Braces are used by orthodontists to correct the misalignment of teeth in the mouth. Archwire rotation is a particular procedure used to correct tooth inclination. Wire rotation can result in deformation to the orthodontic brackets, and an orthodontic torque simulator has been designed to examine this wire–bracket interaction. An optical technique has been employed to measure the deformation due to size and geometric constraints of the orthodontic brackets. Images of orthodontic brackets are collected using a stereo microscope and two charge-coupled device cameras, and deformation of orthodontic brackets is measured using a three-dimensional digital image correlation technique. The three-dimensional deformation of orthodontic brackets will be evaluated. The repeatability of the three-dimensional digital image correlation measurement method was evaluated by performing 30 archwire rotation tests using the same bracket and archwire. Finally, five Damon 3MX and five In-Ovation R self-ligating brackets will be compared using this technique to demonstrate the effect of archwire rotation on bracket design.
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- Garrett W Melenka
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
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Kim JH, Cha JY, Hwang CJ. In vitro physical, chemical, and biological evaluation of commercially available metal orthodontic brackets. Korean J Orthod 2013; 42:297-306. [PMID: 23323244 PMCID: PMC3542450 DOI: 10.4041/kjod.2012.42.6.297] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2012] [Revised: 06/22/2012] [Accepted: 08/02/2012] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Objective This in vitro study was undertaken to evaluate the physical, chemical, and biological properties of commercially available metal orthodontic brackets in South Korea, because national standards for these products are lacking. Methods Four bracket brands were tested for dimensional accuracy, (manufacturing errors in angulation and torque), cytotoxicity, composition, elution, and corrosion: Archist (Daeseung Medical), Victory (3M Unitek), Kosaka (Tomy), and Confidence (Shinye Odontology Materials). Results The tested rackets showed no significant differences in manufacturing errors in angulation, but Confidence brackets showed a significant difference in manufacturing errors in torque. None of the brackets were cytotoxic to mouse fibroblasts. The metal ion components did not show a regular increasing or decreasing trend of elution over time, but the volume of the total eluted metal ions increased: Archist brackets had the maximal Cr elution and Confidence brackets appeared to have the largest volume of total eluted metal ions because of excessive Ni elution. Confidence brackets showed the lowest corrosion resistance during potentiodynamic polarization. Conclusions The results of this study could potentially be applied in establishing national standards for metal orthodontic brackets and in evaluating commercially available products.
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Cattaneo PM, Salih RA, Melsen B. Labio-lingual root control of lower anterior teeth and canines obtained by active and passive self-ligating brackets. Angle Orthod 2012; 83:691-7. [PMID: 23249256 DOI: 10.2319/071212-575.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the torque capabilities of passive and active self-ligating (SL) brackets on mandibular incisors and canines using three-dimensional (3D) imaging analysis. MATERIALS AND METHODS Two types of SL bracket systems were analyzed: a passive and an active. Both brackets had a 0.022 × 0.028-inch slot size. Treatment protocol and wire sequences were followed as recommended by the manufacturers. Twenty-six patients were included in the passive group and 20 were included in the active group; all received pretreatment and posttreatment cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scanning. Based on the CBCT scans, a customized 3D analysis was developed to assess labiolingual inclination of the roots of mandibular canines and incisors with respect to the occlusal plane before and after treatment. RESULTS Following treatment, a statistically significant labiolingual proclination of the teeth was seen in both groups. Moreover, in both SL systems the roots exhibited a large variation in labiolingual inclination between adjacent teeth even after treatment. CONCLUSIONS A significant proclination was seen for the mandibular front teeth; the claimed third-order torque control of SL systems could not be demonstrated. Therefore, a considerable play between the wire and the brackets could be hypothesized, even more in relation to the passive than the active SL brackets.
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- Paolo M Cattaneo
- Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, Health, Aarhus University, Denmark.
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Kloukos D, Taoufik E, Eliades T, Katsaros C, Eliades G. Cytotoxic effects of polycarbonate-based orthodontic brackets by activation of mitochondrial apoptotic mechanisms. Dent Mater 2012; 29:e35-44. [PMID: 23103048 DOI: 10.1016/j.dental.2012.10.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2012] [Revised: 09/30/2012] [Accepted: 10/02/2012] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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OBJECTIVES The aim of the study was to evaluate the biological effects of water eluents from polycarbonate based esthetic orthodontic brackets. METHODS The composite polycarbonate brackets tested were Silkon Plus (SL, fiber-glass-reinforced), Elan ME (EL, ceramic particle-reinforced) and Elegance (EG, fiber-glass-reinforced). An unfilled polyoxymethylene bracket (Brilliant, BR) was used as control. The brackets' composition was analyzed by ATR-FTIR spectrometry. The cytotoxicity and estrogenicity of the eluents obtained after 3 months storage of the brackets in water (37 °C) were investigated in murine fibroblasts (NIH 3T3), breast (MCF-7) and cervical cancer (CCl-2/Hela) cell lines. RESULTS SL and EG were based on aromatic-polycarbonate matrix, whereas EL consisted of an aromatic polycarbonate-polyethylene terepthalate copolymer. A significant induction of cell death and a concurrent decrease in cell proliferation was noted in the EG eluent-treated cells. Moreover, EG eluent significantly reduced the levels of the estrogen signaling associated gene pS2, specifically in MCF7 cells, suggesting that cell death induced by this material is associated with downregulation of estrogen signaling pathways. Even though oxidative stress mechanisms were equally activated by all eluents, the EG eluents induced expression of apoptosis inducing factor (AIF) and reduced Bcl-xL protein levels. SIGNIFICANCE Some polycarbonate-based composite brackets when exposed to water release substances than activate mitochondrial apoptosis.
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- Dimitrios Kloukos
- Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Faculty of Medicine, University of Bern, Switzerland
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Lopes Filho H, Maia LEG, Araújo MVA, Ruellas ACO. Influence of optical properties of esthetic brackets (color, translucence, and fluorescence) on visual perception. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2012; 141:460-7. [PMID: 22464528 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2011.10.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2011] [Revised: 10/01/2011] [Accepted: 10/01/2011] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The aims of this study were to evaluate the optical properties of esthetic brackets and determine their influence on visual perception. METHODS Eighty esthetic brackets of 16 commercial brands were tested. The color and translucency of the brackets, as well as the color of the maxillary central incisors of 40 subjects, were measured with a spectrophotometer. The fluorescence of the brackets was determined by duly calibrated appraisers. The color differences between the brands of brackets and the teeth were calculated. Data were analyzed by using 1-way analysis of variance; the Scheffé multiple comparison test was used to establish the difference between brands of brackets, (α = 0.05). RESULTS The color parameters L ∗ a ∗ b ∗ of nontranslucent brackets ranged from 49.4 to 86.0, -1.6 to 3.0, and 1.9 to 14.6, respectively. The direct transmission of light ranged from 0.0% to 38.8% transmittance. No bracket showed fluorescence. The color and translucency, as well as the color difference, of the brackets were influenced by brand (P <0.01). CONCLUSIONS The optical properties of esthetic brackets have a direct influence on visual perception; translucent brackets and the nontranslucent InVu (TP Orthodontics, LaPorte, Ind) brackets were less visually perceptible.
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- Hibernon Lopes Filho
- Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Brauchli LM, Steineck M, Wichelhaus A. Active and passive self-ligation: a myth? Part 1: torque control. Angle Orthod 2011; 82:663-9. [PMID: 22059468 DOI: 10.2319/062011-673.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To determine the amount of torque expressed by various self-ligating brackets and to evaluate the influence of active clip designs. MATERIALS AND METHODS Torque moments were measured for nine different bracket types in combination with a 0.019 × 0.025 inch stainless-steel archwire. All active brackets were measured in an open and a closed configuration to evaluate the influence of the self-ligating spring clip. In addition, slot dimensions were optically measured and compared to the torque expression. RESULTS Moments between 3.1 Nmm and 22.6 Nmm were observed at an angulation of 30° between archwire and slot. The amount of torque contributed by the spring clip of active self-ligating brackets was approximately 1 Nmm; 10 Nmm of torque was achieved with most brackets with a 20°-25° angulation between archwire and slot. The slot dimensions ranged from 0.0222 inch (0.563 mm) to 0.0241 inch (0.613 mm). CONCLUSION The influence of the ligature or the active or passive self-ligating mechanism is minimal, and slot dimensions are far more important for the transmission of torque. The amount of torque exerted by the active spring clip is approximately 1/10th of the torquing moments recommended in the literature.
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Ali O, Makou M, Papadopoulos T, Eliades G. Laboratory evaluation of modern plastic brackets. Eur J Orthod 2011; 34:595-602. [PMID: 21750238 DOI: 10.1093/ejo/cjr063] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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The aim of the study was to evaluate some properties of modern orthodontic plastic brackets. Seven bracket brands [Aesthetik-Line (AL), Avalon (AV), Brillant (BR), Elegance (EL), OrthoFlex (OF), Silkon Plus (SL), and Spirit MB (SP)] were included in the study. The properties tested were chemical composition, base morphology, slot roughness, Vickers hardness (VH), and shear bond strength (SBS) with enamel.According to the results, the brackets were composed of polyurethane (AV and OF), polyoxymethylene (BR), and Ca-Al-silicate fibre glass-reinforced polycarbonate (AL, EL, SL, and SP). Metallic slots were composed of austenitic stainless steel (EL and SP) and Ag-Cu alloy (AV). The base morphology exhibited distinct designs, employing parallel retentive canals (AV, EL, and OF) or round-angled square protrusions with major retentive elements (AL, BR, and SP) or a combination of both (SL). The SP metallic slot demonstrated the lowest Sz values. No significant differences were found in VH among the brackets before water immersion (19.6-16.9 VH). After 12 weeks immersion, the brackets showed a significant hardness reduction (16.6-12.9 HV). SBS ranged between 111 and 193 N (8-14 MPa) for all brackets, except from SP (59 N/5 MPa). The predominant failure mode was mixed adhesive and cohesive. Most of the plastic brackets presented a base structure capable of adequate bonding to enamel, regardless of their differences in composition. Slot roughness showed differences among groups. All the brackets demonstrated plasticization after prolonged water storage.
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- Omar Ali
- Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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Hirai M, Nakajima A, Kawai N, Tanaka E, Igarashi Y, Sakaguchi M, Sameshima GT, Shimizu N. Measurements of the torque moment in various archwire-bracket-ligation combinations. Eur J Orthod 2011; 34:374-80. [DOI: 10.1093/ejo/cjr022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Bolender Y, Vernière A, Rapin C, Filleul MP. Torsional superelasticity of NiTi archwires. Angle Orthod 2010; 80:1100-9. [DOI: 10.2319/022310-112.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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- Yves Bolender
- Associate Professor, Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Odontology, Nancy Université, Nancy, France
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- Associate Professor, Jean Lamour Institute, Department of Condensed–Matter and Material Physics, Research Unit 7198 – National Center for Scientific Research (UMR 7198 - CNRS), Faculty of Science, Nancy Université, Vandoeuvre-les-Nancy, France
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- Professor, Jean Lamour Institute, Department of Solid-State and Surface Chemistry, UMRCNRS 7198, Faculty of Science, Nancy Université, Strasbourg, France
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- Professor and Department Chair, Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Odontology, Nancy Université, Nancy, France
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Archambault A, Lacoursiere R, Badawi H, Major PW, Carey J, Flores-Mir C. Torque expression in stainless steel orthodontic brackets. A systematic review. Angle Orthod 2010; 80:201-10. [PMID: 19852662 DOI: 10.2319/080508-352.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 57] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the quantitative effects on torque expression of varying the slot size of stainless steel orthodontic brackets and the dimension of stainless steel wire, and to analyze the limitations of the experimental methods used. MATERIALS AND METHODS In vitro studies measuring torque expression in conventional and self-ligating stainless steel brackets with a torque-measuring device, with the use of straight stainless steel orthodontic wire without second-order mechanics and without loops, coils, or auxiliary wires, were sought through a systematic review process. RESULTS Eleven articles were selected. Direct comparison of different studies was limited by differences in the measuring devices used and in the parameters measured. On the basis of the selected studies, in a 0.018 inch stainless steel bracket slot, the engagement angle ranges from 31 degrees with a 0.016 x 0.016 inch stainless steel archwire to 4.6 degrees with a 0.018 x 0.025 inch stainless steel archwire. In a 0.022 inch stainless steel bracket slot, the engagement angle ranges from 18 degrees with a 0.018 x 0.025 inch stainless steel archwire to 6 degrees with a 0.021 x 0.025 inch stainless steel archwire. Active stainless steel self-ligating brackets demonstrate an engagement angle of approximately 7.5 degrees, whereas passive stainless steel self-ligating brackets show an engagement angle of approximately 14 degrees with 0.019 x 0.025 inch stainless steel wire in a 0.022 inch slot. CONCLUSIONS The engagement angle depends on archwire dimension and edge shape, as well as on bracket slot dimension, and is variable and larger than published theoretical values. Clinically effective torque can be achieved in a 0.022 inch bracket slot with archwire torsion of 15 to 31 degrees for active self-ligating brackets and of 23 to 35 degrees for passive self-ligating brackets with a 0.019 x 0.025 inch stainless steel wire.
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- Amy Archambault
- Orthodontic Graduate Program, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
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Souza NF, Vilar RV, Almeida MAO, Miguel JAM, Cal-Neto JP. Primer on the base of polycarbonate brackets: should we apply it or not? Prog Orthod 2010; 11:37-40. [DOI: 10.1016/j.pio.2010.04.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2009] [Accepted: 12/23/2009] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Möller M, Klocke A, Sadat-Khonsari R, Schlegel V, Kahl-Nieke B. Torque stability of plastic brackets following multiple loading and artificial material aging--an in-vitro comparison. J Orofac Orthop 2009; 70:385-95. [PMID: 19997997 DOI: 10.1007/s00056-009-9915-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2009] [Accepted: 07/10/2009] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to compare the loaddeflection behavior of plastic brackets made of various materials in response to repeated torque loads with each other and with steel brackets. Material fatigue during wire's play in the bracket slot, the brackets' elasticity and the torsional forces applied were analyzed. MATERIAL AND METHODS Groups of ten brackets, each made of pure polycarbonate or variously reinforced polycarbonate or polyurethane, with and without a metal slot, were artificially aged and then torqued with a testing machine five times consecutively in a torque- measuring apparatus. The control group consisted of ten steel brackets. The resulting forces were recorded with the testing machine, and the wire's deflection recorded with a digital goniometer on a PC and submitted to one-way variance analysis at p < 0.05. RESULTS There were strong fluctuations among the bracket types in both the play of the wire in the bracket slot as well as the brackets' elasticity. The slot of all the polycarbonate-based brackets was bent open after a single load, except for those with a metal slot. After a single load of up to 20 degrees torque, all the brackets exhibited a significant loss of torque stability ranging between 5% for pure polyurethane and 28.5% for ceramic-reinforced polycarbonate. The loss of torque stability was roughly 17% on average. This loss did not increase significantly when additional loads were applied. CONCLUSIONS Each bracket material requires its own torque value to transfer identical torque values onto the tooth in clinical practice. Comparison with steel brackets revealed that only plastic brackets with a metal slot are suitable for clinical use. Adding ceramic and glass fibers to polycarbonate, or using polyurethane has no benefit in terms of torque stability. In addition, after a single application of torque, all brackets lose torque stability in response to a renewed load.
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- Matthias Möller
- Department of Orthodontics, Eberhard Karl University, Tübingen, Germany.
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Numeric modeling of torque capabilities of self-ligating and conventional brackets. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2009; 136:638-43. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2009.04.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2008] [Revised: 04/01/2009] [Accepted: 04/01/2009] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Nishio C, Mendes ADM, Almeida MADO, Tanaka E, Tanne K, Elias CN. Evaluation of esthetic brackets' resistance to torsional forces from the archwire. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2009; 135:42-8. [PMID: 19121499 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2007.04.036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2007] [Revised: 04/01/2007] [Accepted: 04/01/2007] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The aim of this study was to evaluate the resistance to deformation or fracture of esthetic brackets produced by archwire torsion. METHODS Six types of maxillary right central incisor brackets were analyzed: traditional ceramic brackets (cer); ceramic brackets reinforced with a stainless steel slot (cer/ss); ceramic brackets reinforced with a gold slot (cer/gold); traditional polycarbonate brackets (poly); polycarbonate brackets reinforced with a stainless steel slot (poly/ss); and polycarbonate brackets reinforced with ceramic fillers and a stainless steel slot (poly/cer/ss). Stainless steel wire segments were used, and the testing instrument (Emic DL 10000, São José do Rio Preto, PR, Brazil) was moved at a rate of 1 inch per minute to generate the wire torsion. RESULTS The brackets showed deformation or fracture resistance values (gf x mm) in decreasing order as follows: cer/ss (3528.1 +/- 516.6), cer/gold (2858.7 +/- 611.6), cer (2424.0 +/- 352.1), poly/cer/ss (2279.5 +/- 174.5), poly/ss (2142.0 +/- 275.7), and poly (1463.6 +/- 193.3). The cer/ss ceramic brackets showed the greatest statistically significant (P <0.01) values of resistance to fracture, and the poly brackets had the lowest statistically significant (P <0.01) values of resistance to deformation. The cer brackets showed no significant differences (P >0.01) from the cer/gold, the poly/cer/ss, and the poly/ss brackets. CONCLUSIONS This suggested that the stainless steel slot might enhance resistance to deformation or fracture, although gold slots and ceramic fillers are ineffective for reinforcing esthetic brackets.
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- Clarice Nishio
- Department of Orthodontics, Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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Morina E, Keilig L, Jäger A, Bourauel C. Analyse des biomechanischen Verhaltens von kieferorthopädischen Brackets mit unterschiedlichen Verschlussmechanismen / Biomechanical analysis of orthodontic brackets with different closing mechanisms. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2009; 54:89-97. [DOI: 10.1515/bmt.2009.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Morina E, Eliades T, Pandis N, Jäger A, Bourauel C. Torque expression of self-ligating brackets compared with conventional metallic, ceramic, and plastic brackets. Eur J Orthod 2008; 30:233-8. [PMID: 18540011 DOI: 10.1093/ejo/cjn005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 66] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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The purpose of this research was to investigate the torque capacity of active and passive self-ligating brackets compared with metallic, ceramic, and polycarbonate edgewise brackets. Six types of orthodontic brackets were included in the study: the self-ligating Speed and Damon2, the stainless steel (SS), Ultratrimm and Discovery, the ceramic bracket, Fascination 2, and the polycarbonate bracket, Brillant. All brackets had a 0.022-inch slot size and were torqued with 0.019 x 0.025-inch SS archwires. For this purpose, the labial crown torque of an upper central incisor was measured in a simulated intraoral clinical situation using the orthodontic measurement and simulation system (OMSS). A torque of 20 degrees was applied and the correction of the misalignement was simulated experimentally with the OMSS. Each bracket/wire combination was measured five times. Maximum torquing moments and torque loss were determined. The results were analysed with one-way analysis of variance, with the bracket serving as the sole discriminating variable, and the Tukey test at the 0.05 level of significance. The ceramic bracket (Fascination 2) presented the highest torquing moment (35 Nmm) and, together with a SS bracket, the lowest torque loss (4.6 degrees). Self-ligating, polycarbonate, and selective metallic brackets demonstrated almost a 7-fold decreased moment developed during insertion of a 0.019 x 0.022-inch SS wire into a 0.022-inch slot and a 100 per cent increase in loss.
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- Enver Morina
- Department of Oral Technology, School of Dentistry, University of Bonn, Germany
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Guan G, Takano-Yamamoto T, Miyamoto M, Hattori T, Ishikawa K, Suzuki K. Shear bond strengths of orthodontic plastic brackets. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2000; 117:438-43. [PMID: 10756269 DOI: 10.1016/s0889-5406(00)70163-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the shear bond strengths of plastic brackets and the influences of the bracket filler contents on the bonding. The shear bond strengths of 4 plastic brackets (Spirit; Spirit MB; Clear Bracket; Aesthetic-Line) bonded to enamel with 4 orthodontic adhesives (Orthomite Superbond; System 1+; Transbond XT; and Kurasper-F) were compared with the strength of a conventional metal bracket. The findings of this study indicated the following: (1) shear bond strength of the 4 plastic brackets was significantly lower than that of the conventional metal brackets (P <.05), with most of the values ranging from 3 MPa to 6 MPa; (2) when comparing the bond strengths of plastic brackets, Aesthetic-Line had the largest value followed by Spirit MB, Spirit, and Clear Bracket, and when the plastic brackets were bonded with Orthomite Superbond, they showed relatively stronger bond strengths than when bonded with the other adhesives. Clear Bracket showed relatively lower values especially when bonded with System 1+; (3) the application of primer did not increase the durability of the bond strengths when bonding Spirit and Clear brackets; and (4) fillers contained in each plastic bracket ranging from 9.18% to 19. 52% were fairly well distributed and showed the same morphology of a fiber type 10 microm in diameter with different lengths. The filler concentration tended to correlate with the bond strength. The exposed fillers on the bracket base surface may play a more important role in plastic bracket adhesion than the macro-morphology of the base surface.
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- G Guan
- Department of Orthodontics, Okayama University Dental School, Okayama City, Japan
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Kapur R, Sinha PK, Nanda RS. Comparison of load transmission and bracket deformation between titanium and stainless steel brackets. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 1999; 116:275-8. [PMID: 10474099 DOI: 10.1016/s0889-5406(99)70238-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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This study measures the load transmitted and structural integrity of stainless steel and titanium brackets on application of torsional forces. Both 0.018 and 0.022 inch slot size edgewise brackets were tested in a specially designed apparatus that applied a torque value of 45 degrees. The load generated was measured by an Instron Universal Testing Machine at intervals of 15 degrees, 30 degrees, and 45 degrees of torque application. The structural stability of the brackets was evaluated by measuring the bracket slot width with a traveling stereoscopic microscope before and after the brackets were subjected to torsional forces. The specimen population was composed of 80 brackets and 80 wire specimens. An independent sample t test was used for comparison of mean load generated at 45 degrees of torque application. Repeated measures ANOVA (one-way) comparison was used to evaluate changes in load at different torque levels for the stainless steel and titanium brackets. A paired t test (two-tail) was used to determine the difference between initial and final bracket slot width at 45 degrees of torque applied for the two bracket types. The titanium brackets transmitted higher loads at 15 degrees and 30 degrees torque and lower load at 45 degrees torque on application of torsional forces in comparison to stainless steel brackets. The titanium brackets demonstrated superior dimensional stability compared to stainless steel brackets (P < .0001).
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- R Kapur
- University of Oklahoma, College of Dentistry, Department of Orthodontics, Oklahoma City, USA
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Bazakidou E, Nanda RS, Duncanson MG, Sinha P. Evaluation of frictional resistance in esthetic brackets. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 1997; 112:138-44. [PMID: 9267224 DOI: 10.1016/s0889-5406(97)70238-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 58] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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The purpose of this study was to measure the frictional forces generated between composite, ceramic, and metal brackets and selected wire alloy-size combinations with elastomeric and stainless steel ligatures in a dry environment. Four types of composite, one ceramic, one sapphire, and one metal bracket were tested with stainless steel, nickel-titanium, and beta-titanium wires. The testing was performed with two wire sizes in the 0.018-inch slot brackets and three wire sizes in the 0.022-inch slot bracket. The recently introduced composite brackets were found to offer lower frictional resistance than the ceramic and stainless steel brackets, regardless of the wire size, wire alloy, and type of ligation. The wire alloy with the least friction was stainless steel, followed by beta-titanium and nickel-titanium. Mean variability in friction, as reflected by the magnitude of the standard deviations, was 2.7 to 3 times more with the stainless steel ligation than the elastomeric ligation.
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- E Bazakidou
- University of Oklahoma, College of Dentistry Department of Orthodontics, Oklahoma City 73190, USA
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