(PDF) Vacuum-formed retainers: An overview - ResearchGate
2015年6月11日 · The vacuum-formed retainer (VFR) has gained popularity in recent times. This paper describes briefly the characteristics of VFRs and summarizes the evidence in relation to …
The retention characteristics of Hawley and vacuum-formed …
This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of two different protocols of wearing vacuum-formed retainers (VFRs) with the standard protocol of wearing Hawley retainer in maintaining …
Retainers: Pros, Cons, and Costs for Each Type - Verywell Health
2023年12月5日 · A vacuum device pulls it tightly against the mold, so it makes a perfect replica of your teeth. When you wear it, the clear plastic is barely noticeable, if at all. Here are some of …
Dental Update - Vacuum-formed retainers: an overview
The need for long-term retention following orthodontic treatment is now considered essential to prevent post-orthodontic treatment relapse. The vacuum-formed retainer (VFR) has gained …
Retainer Types: Bonded, Hawley, Essix, and Clear Retainers - Healthline
2018年5月29日 · (The technical name for them is thermoplastic or vacuum-formed retainers.) To make this type of retainer, a mold of the teeth is created. A very thin plastic or polyurethane is …
Vacuum-Formed Retainers Versus Lingual-Bonded Retainers: A …
Vacuum-formed retainers were better for oral hygiene maintenance but were associated with discomfort, soreness, and speech difficulty than lingual-bonded retainers. Keywords: …
Clear retainer - APOS Trends in Orthodontics
2017年2月1日 · A clear retainer (Essix ® retainer, thermoplastic retainer, or vacuum-formed retainer) is a removable retainer that was introduced in 1993 by Dr. John Sheridan as an …
Vacuum-formed retainers: an overview - PubMed
The vacuum-formed retainer (VFR) has gained popularity in recent times. This paper describes briefly the characteristics of VFRs and summarizes the evidence in relation to their …
Orthodontic retainers – What you need to know
2022年5月11日 · Vacuum-formed retainer (Essix) Vacuum-formed retainers are sometimes referred to as “invisible” retainers because they’re made out of clear plastic. What does an …
Vacuum-formed retainers: an overview | Dental Update
2017年6月30日 · The vacuum-formed retainer (VFR) has gained popularity in recent times. This paper describes briefly the characteristics of VFRs and summarizes the evidence in relation to …