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ESSIX RETAINER [1 record]

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Record 1 2012-10-19

English

Subject field(s)
  • Orthodontics
CONT

An Essix retainer is a removable, virtually invisible, plastic device that can be used not only for retention, but also for a variety of functions including tooth movement, bridges, bite planes, stabilizers, fluoride and bleaching trays, and TMJD [temporomandibular joint disorder] relief.

OBS

Essix®: the registered trademark of Raintree Essix, Inc.

OBS

The Essix retainer as per its trademark is a cuspid-to-cuspid version of the standard full arch invisible appliance. Nonetheless, the term is used by certain authors to designate both.

Key term(s)
  • Essix retainer
  • Essix appliance

French

Domaine(s)
  • Orthodontie
OBS

Essix®: marque de commerce de l'entreprise Raintree Essix, Inc.

Key term(s)
  • gouttière thermoformée Essix
  • appareil Essix

Spanish

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