Understanding the effectiveness of attachments in clear aligner therapy: navigating design, placement, material selection and biomechanics
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Language: English
Page range: 63 - 74
Submitted on: Apr 1, 2024
Accepted on: Aug 1, 2024
Published on: Sep 16, 2024
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