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. 1991 Sep-Oct;3(5):190-1.
doi: 10.1111/j.1708-8240.1991.tb00997.x.

Fluoride-releasing retainers

J W McCourt  1 , R L Cooley
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Fluoride-releasing retainers

J W McCourt et al. J Esthet Dent. 1991 Sep-Oct.

Abstract

A method for fabrication of a fluoride-releasing retainer is described. The insert releases low levels of fluoride, which should promote remineralization and reduce caries potential. Previous research on the amount of fluoride release is also discussed.

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