Lingual orthodontics has come a long way in the last 20 years from being on the fringes of clinical application. Most malocclusions that can be treated by conventional labial techniques can also be treated with lingual orthodontic techniques. However, not all patients can be treated with lingual orthodontics, particularly those patients with expected low discomfort tolerance. The latest advances in bracket design, new metal alloys for arch wires and new mechanics have not only simplified the technical aspect of lingual orthodontics, but have also contributed to a marked reduction in patient...
Lingual orthodontics has come a long way in the last 20 years from being on the fringes of clinical application. Most malocclusions that can be treate...
The increasing use of sliding mechanics in orthodontics has led to considerable research interest in the frictional forces developed due to interactions between the archwires and bracket.Reduced friction and light orthodontic forces are both biologically and mechanically advantageous as they reduce the undesirable reactionary forces, which can complicate the simplicity of the desired mechanics and also lead to root resorption. It is clear that the nature of ligation has a bearing on friction within the appliance system. Literature search on studies conducted reveal that SLB's have...
The increasing use of sliding mechanics in orthodontics has led to considerable research interest in the frictional forces developed due to interactio...
