Acid etch bonded cast orthodontic retainers.
We have described a technique which involves the use of a cast orthodontic retaining appliance bonded by the acid etch technique and composite resin for semipermanent retention. The technique provides an alternative form of treatment which offers some unique advantages over previous retentive techniques.
D000134:Acid Etching, Dental; D003188:Composite Resins; D003722:Dental Alloys; D001840:Dental Bonding / Q000379:methods*; D003735:Dental Casting Technique; D009967:Orthodontic Appliances
D003188:Composite Resins; D003722:Dental Alloys