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The effects of fixed and removable orthodontic retainers: a systematic review.
(2016-12)
OBJECTIVE: In the view of the widespread acceptance of indefinite retention, it is important to determine the effects of fixed and removable orthodontic retainers on periodontal health, survival and failure rates of ...
Factors influencing adherence to vacuum-formed retainer wear: A qualitative study.
(2019-09)
OBJECTIVE: To explore factors influencing adherence to vacuum-formed retainer wear over a minimum period of four years. DESIGN: A qualitative study based on a randomised controlled trial assessing the effectiveness of ...
Development of 'My Retainers' mobile application: Triangulation of two qualitative methods
(Elsevier, 2020-01-24)
Evaluation of the effectiveness of a tailored mobile application in increasing the duration of wear of thermoplastic retainers: a randomized controlled trial.
(2019-12-04)
BACKGROUND: The 'My Retainers' mobile application is a patient-informed intervention designed to enhance removable retainer wear and associated patient experiences during the retention phase. OBJECTIVES: To evaluate the ...