The effect of ZnO nanoparticle coating on the frictional resistance between orthodontic wires and ceramic brackets

Background. Any decrease in friction between orthodontic wire and bracket can accelerate tooth movement in the sliding technique and result in better control of anchorage. This study was carried out to evaluate frictional forces by coating orthodontic wires and porcelain brackets with zinc oxide nan...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Ahmad, Mojgan, Masumeh, Baharak
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Tabriz University of Medical Sciences 2016-06-01
Series:Journal of Dental Research, Dental Clinics, Dental Prospects
Subjects:
ZnO
Online Access:http://dentistry.tbzmed.ac.ir/joddd/index.php/joddd/article/view/2497/510