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30 Sep 2016 | Techniques
This article is an update of my original article from 2006 and although the basic procedure for finishing thermoformed appliances has not changed, additions and refinements to the finishing products used along with some new thinking has made improvements to the process. Following a consistent routine when finishing thermoformed cases results in inc...
31 Mar 2016 | Techniques
Comparative tests with thermoforming foils recommended for correction (aligning) splints was carried out recently by Erkodent® Erich Kopp GmbH. The aim of the testing was to compare the initial corrective force applied and then the memory loss of the various materials tested over a period of time.
The materials tested here are Erkodur (PETG, copo...
30 Sep 2014 | Techniques
Thermoforming is now possibly the most common and certainly the most efficient method to produce quality occlusal splints. With a wide range of materials available in various colours and thicknesses and combinations of materials with differing mechanical and chemical properties, this article will explain and categorise the choices we have now.
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31 Jan 2014 | Techniques
Traditionally, thermoformed retainers are commonly used post treatment to stabilise the dentition after tooth movements affected with bonded brackets and tensioned wires have taken place.
Particularly with the advent of aligner technologies and combination techniques, orthodontics is now a growing and far more desirable dental service for a much l...
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