Abstract:: Bonded retainers are extensively used after orthodontic treatment to maintain the achieved results. However, bond failure in the retainer system is a frequently observed problem, resulting in the loss of retainer function, leading to relapse.: The purpose of this in-vitro study was to compare the shear bond strength of different wire-composite combinations.: 144 extracted human premolars in pairs were divided into 6 groups of 12 samples each. The orthodontic retainer wires used were Flat woven wire (Leone), … Show more
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