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Record 1 2001-03-01

English

Subject field(s)
  • Orthodontics
DEF

An acrylic resin removable orthodontic appliance that covers the labial or buccal surface of one or both dental arches, fitting between the oral mucosa and the teeth; used to treat oral habits and to stimulate tooth movement.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Orthodontie
CONT

L'écran labial [...] a pour rôle de repousser en avant la lèvre supérieure ou inférieure, et de la distendre tout en obtenant sur ses points d'appui des résultantes dirigées en arrière.

Spanish

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