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Review
. 1996 May;62(5):412-4, 417.

Orthodontic retention

A H Mamandras  1 , T F Foley
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  • PMID: 8640577
Review

Orthodontic retention

A H Mamandras et al. J Can Dent Assoc. 1996 May.

Abstract

This article briefly describes several factors that should be considered during orthodontic retention. These factors may influence occlusal stability following the completion of the active phase of orthodontic therapy. Orthodontic retention is an important part of orthodontic treatment. It should always be considered and included in the initial stages of treatment planning, rather than added on at the end of treatment as an after-thought.

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