| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8696101 | American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics | 2018 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Our results suggest that Essix retainers are well accepted by patients for their esthetic and oral comfort characteristics. However, Essix retainers may cause greater accumulations of plaque on both teeth and retainers, presumably because of inhibition of the cleaning effect of saliva caused by the thermoplastic material or the reduced opportunity for good hygiene on the retainer.
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Authors
Licia Manzon, Giovanni Fratto, Eros Rossi, Alfio Buccheri,