Understanding the Shape-Memory Alloys Used in Orthodontics

Joint Authors

Peres, Rafael V.
Elias, Carlos Nelson
Fernandes, Daniel Jogaib
Mendes, Alvaro M.

Source

ISRN Dentistry

Issue

Vol. 2011, Issue 2011 (31 Dec. 2011), pp.1-6, 6 p.

Publisher

Hindawi Publishing Corporation

Publication Date

2011-10-03

Country of Publication

Egypt

No. of Pages

6

Main Subjects

Dental

Abstract EN

Nickel-titanium (NiTi) shape-memory alloys (SMAs) have been used in the manufacture of orthodontic wires due to their shape memory properties, super-elasticity, high ductility, and resistance to corrosion.

SMAs have greater strength and lower modulus of elasticity when compared with stainless steel alloys.

The pseudoelastic behavior of NiTi wires means that on unloading they return to their original shape by delivering light continuous forces over a wider range of deformation which is claimed to allow dental displacements.

The aim of this paper is to discuss the physical, metallurgical, and mechanical properties of NiTi used in Orthodontics in order to analyze the shape memory properties, super-elasticity, and thermomechanical characteristics of SMA.

American Psychological Association (APA)

Fernandes, Daniel Jogaib& Peres, Rafael V.& Mendes, Alvaro M.& Elias, Carlos Nelson. 2011. Understanding the Shape-Memory Alloys Used in Orthodontics. ISRN Dentistry،Vol. 2011, no. 2011, pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-448256

Modern Language Association (MLA)

Fernandes, Daniel Jogaib…[et al.]. Understanding the Shape-Memory Alloys Used in Orthodontics. ISRN Dentistry No. 2011 (2011), pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-448256

American Medical Association (AMA)

Fernandes, Daniel Jogaib& Peres, Rafael V.& Mendes, Alvaro M.& Elias, Carlos Nelson. Understanding the Shape-Memory Alloys Used in Orthodontics. ISRN Dentistry. 2011. Vol. 2011, no. 2011, pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-448256

Data Type

Journal Articles

Language

English

Notes

Includes bibliographical references

Record ID

BIM-448256