3D printed retainers face off against traditional ones in new study
NCT ID NCT07538869
First seen Apr 23, 2026 · Last updated May 02, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compared two types of dental retainers: 3D printed metal ones and conventional bonded ones. Researchers wanted to see which type breaks less often and takes less time for the dentist to put in. 64 people who finished orthodontic treatment took part, and the results help dentists choose the best retainer option.
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Amany Eltantawy
Giza, Cairo University, Egypt
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