Physical effects of cleaning agents on orthodontic thermoplastic retainer polymer: A narrative review

Aim: Orthodontic thermoplastic retainers are fabricated from polymers such as polyurethane, copolyester, polypropylene, and modified polyethylene terephthalate glycol (PET-G). This review outlines the cleaning methods employed by clinicians and patients and discusses the evidence related to the effe...

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Published in:Journal of International Oral Health
Main Author: Azmuddin I.; Mustapha N.M.N.; Khan H.B.S.G.; Sinniah S.D.
Format: Review
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications 2022
Online Access:https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85138245661&doi=10.4103%2fJIOH.JIOH_357_21&partnerID=40&md5=b028429d62fcdc3e5de86f38c3f8b789