Abstract:Stability of the occlusion after orthodontic treatment is a major goal clinicians set for themselves at the onset of treatment. To achieve this stability, retention becomes a dynamic part of orthodontics. Therefore, this study was conducted to compare and evaluate the effectiveness of Begg (wraparound) and Biocryl retainers in the prevention of relapse. Fifty patients with an Angle's Class I bimaxillary occlusion were selected for the study and randomly divided into two retention groups: Group 1 with Begg wrap… Show more
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