Do fluorescent agents alter the mechanical strength of orthodontic adhesives? An in vitro and clinical study

Abstract Background Fluorescent agents are added to orthodontic adhesives with the aim of making them visible under ultraviolet (UV) light, which ensures the complete, safe removal of remnants after orthodontic treatment. However, it is necessary to evaluate if the mechanical strength of these mater...

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Main Authors: Paulo Henrique Rossato, Edmilson Nobumito Kaneshima, Fábio Domingues, Thais Maria Freire Fernandes, Sandrine Bittencourt Berger, Paula Vanessa Pedron Oltramari
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2020-02-01
Series:Progress in Orthodontics
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40510-020-0304-y