Influence of a bleaching agent on surface and mechanical properties of orthodontic thermoplastic retainer materials

ConclusionUse of a  home bleaching agent could have adverse effects on surface roughness and hardness of PETG materials leading to reduced survival time of thermoplastic orthodontic retainers.

Source: Journal of Orofacial Orthopedics/Fortschritte der Kieferorthopadie - August 23, 2022 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research