Colorimetric Evaluation of Various Orthodontic Thermoformed Retainers Exposed to Different Staining Agents and Cleaning Techniques
Swati Singh,
Ravindra Kumar Jain
Abstract:Aims:
The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate the color changes in the retainers by different manufacturers (Essix ACE, Forestadent, Leone, and Bioart) after exposure to various beverage solutions (coke, tea, coffee, and artificial saliva) and also to assess the stain removal potential of different cleansing agents [listerine (L) and retainer brite (RB)].
Materials and Methods:
A total of 320 specimens (80 samples in each group) of thermoformed r… Show more
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