Ceramic brackets: something old, something new, a review

Semin Orthod. 1997 Sep;3(3):178-88. doi: 10.1016/s1073-8746(97)80068-0.

Abstract

This article reviews some of the characteristics of ceramic brackets that are of particular interest to the clinician. Various factors that may significantly influence bond strength and bracket removal are discussed. The information provided should enable the clinician to debond ceramic brackets safely applying available scientific information.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Acid Etching, Dental / methods
  • Chemical Phenomena
  • Chemistry, Physical
  • Dental Bonding / methods
  • Dental Debonding / methods
  • Hardness
  • Humans
  • Metal Ceramic Alloys* / chemistry
  • Orthodontic Appliance Design*
  • Orthodontic Brackets*

Substances

  • Metal Ceramic Alloys