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The Use Of Vaccum Form Retainers For Relapse Correction

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2016

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Centre for Enhancing Knowledge (CEK), UK.

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This case study was done to show the possibility application of a vacuum form retainer (Essix) as an inexpensive device to correct relapse of space reopen in orthodontics (braces) patient. The modification of the retainer was simple and can be done during chair side consultation in normal dental clinic setting. Bondable molar tubes and orthodontic elastics were also use with the modified vacuum form retainer to close the space between teeth. The treatment was done in minimal time and the end result was satisfactory good. This study will open up a new technique for relapse correction in the near future as vacuum form retention appliance has become more popular among orthodontist and dentist worldwide.

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Volume :5 No: 5

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Vacuum form retainer, Essix's retainer, relapse, orthodontics, braces

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