A cautionary tale of simplified retention.
Attention is drawn to a possible serious unwanted sequela of a simplified bonded retainer. It is illustrated by three brief case histories.
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Orthodontic Department, Taunton & Somerset NHS Trust, Musgrove Park Hospital, U.K.
D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007180:Incisor / Q000503:physiopathology; D008312:Malocclusion, Angle Class II / Q000628:therapy*; D008437:Maxilla; D018704:Orthodontic Retainers / Q000009:adverse effects*; D012008:Recurrence; D019233:Retreatment