Esthetic materials in orthodontics

By Lisha Krishnasamy

Book Overview

Esthetic Materials in Orthodontics: Beautiful Results, Beautiful TreatmentToday's orthodontic patients want more than straight teeth. They want a treatment experience that looks as good as the result. Advances in materials science have made that possible, and clinicians need to understand the options to choose wisely.Esthetic Materials in Orthodontics is a comprehensive, evidence-based guide to the tooth-colored, clear, and low-profile materials that have transformed modern practice. It examines how these materials are made, how they perform in the mouth, and how to select and manage them in everyday clinical situations.Inside, you'll find: An overview of the evolution of esthetic orthodontics and patient expectationsCeramic, composite, and polycarbonate brackets: properties, bond strength, friction, and fracture riskEsthetic archwires, including coated, tooth-colored, and fiber-reinforced optionsClear aligner materials and attachments, with a look at thermoplastic behavior and stainingTooth-colored elastomeric ligatures, bonding adhesives, and cementsBonding and debonding protocols that protect enamel and prevent bracket failureStaining, wear, and discoloration: causes, prevention, and patient counselingCase selection guidelines to match the right material to the right patientEmerging technologies, including 3D-printed appliances and new polymers.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0HN3RPPNT
• ISBN13: 9798908170659
• Release Date: October 2026
• Publisher: Notion Press
• Length: 130 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.5" x 11.0"