Category: Why-Permatter
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An Overview of the Biocompatibility of Ni-Ti Alloy
Nitinol (nickel-titanium alloy, NiTi) is widely used in fields such as orthodontics, endodontics, and medical implants (e.g., vascular stents) due to its exceptional mechanical properties, including superelasticity and shape memory. However, because NiTi contains a high percentage of nickel, its… Continue reading
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The Evolution of Nitinol (NiTi) Usage
From Cardiovascular Stents to Endodontic Files and Orthodontic Retainers 1. Introduction Nitinol (nickel-titanium alloy) has gained widespread use in the medical field due to its superior mechanical properties, including shape memory, flexibility, and biocompatibility. Initially utilized in cardiovascular stents and… Continue reading
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A Seatbelt for Your Smile
Why You Need a Fixed Retainer After Orthodontic Treatment? Imagine you’re driving down the road without a seatbelt. You might reach your destination safely today, but if an accident happens, the consequences could be severe. The same logic applies to… Continue reading
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From Childhood Trauma to Revolutionizing Orthodontic Retention Treatment
“There can be no healer without a wound, for true healing power comes from the wound itself.” – Carl Gustav Jung At Permatter, we are excited to share the findings from our latest research, which investigated the combined use of… Continue reading
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In-Vitro Test Methods In Fixed Retention
In orthodontics, retention (the post-treatment phase) is crucial to maintaining the alignment achieved through active treatment. Fixed lingual retainers are widely used in this period, but there is no universally accepted standard regarding their design, material selection, and testing methods.… Continue reading