Enamel Reduction Techniques in Orthodontics: a Literature Review

Overview

Journal Open Dent J

Publisher Bentham Open

Specialty Dentistry

Date 2013 Nov 23

PMID 24265652

Citations 15

Authors

Christos Livas

Albert Cornelis Jongsma

Yijin Ren

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Abstract

Artificial abrasion of interproximal surfaces has been described for almost seventy years as orthodontic intervention for achievement and maintenance of ideal treatment outcome. A variety of terms and approaches have been introduced throughout this period implying a growing clinicians' interest. Nevertheless, the widespread recognition of enamel stripping technique was initiated by the advent of bonded orthodontic attachments and a 2-article series of Sheridan in the 80's. Since then, experimental and clinical research has been focused on the investigation of instrumentation efficacy and potential iatrogenic sequelae related to interproximal stripping. This review discusses the evolution, technical aspects and trends of enamel reduction procedures as documented in the literature.

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