Abstract
The Inman Aligner is a highly effective and unique evolution of the traditional spring retainer that uses super-elastic Nickel-Titanium open coil springs to move upper and lower anterior teeth with light but consistent forces, enabling correction of anterior crowding, rotations and some types of spacing.
Clinical relevance:
This article describes the appliance, its uses and limitations.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Cuspid / pathology
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Dental Alloys / chemistry
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Dental Arch / pathology
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Elasticity
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Female
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Humans
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Incisor / pathology
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Male
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Malocclusion / pathology
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Malocclusion / therapy
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Nickel / chemistry
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Orthodontic Appliance Design*
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Orthodontic Wires
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Stress, Mechanical
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Titanium / chemistry
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Tooth Movement Techniques / instrumentation*
Substances
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Dental Alloys
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titanium nickelide
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Nickel
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Titanium