Force decay evaluation of latex and non-latex orthodontic intraoral elastics: in vivo study

• Main Authors: Daniela Ferreira de Carvalho Notaroberto (Author), Mariana Martins e Martins (Author), Maria Teresa de Andrade Goldner (Author), Alvaro de Moraes Mendes (Author), Cátia Cardoso Abdo Quintão (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Dental Press Editora.
• Subjects: article
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ABSTRACT Objective: This clinical study was conducted in order to evaluate force decay over time of latex and non-latex orthodontic intraoral elastics. Methods: Patients (n = 15) were evaluated using latex and non-latex elastics in the periods of : 0, 1, 3, 12 and 24 hours. The rubber bands were tra...