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intraoral elastic [1 record]

Record 1 2007-01-12

English

Subject field(s)
  • Orthodontics
DEF

A ring-shaped strip made of rubber or synthetic material that produces a steady force between dental segments in orthodontic therapy.

Key term(s)
  • intra-oral elastic
  • intra oral elastic

French

Domaine(s)
  • Orthodontie
DEF

Ruban circulaire de matériau synthétique ou de caoutchouc qui exerce une force sur un appareil orthodontique lorsqu'il y est accroché.

CONT

Les forces de traction indiquées sont obtenues en étirant les élastiques au triple de leur diamètre initial.

Key term(s)
  • élastique intraoral
  • élastique intra oral

Spanish

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