Retention protocols and use of vacuum-formed retainers among specialist orthodontists

References

• BSI. British Standards Institute Glossary of Dental Terms (BS4492). London: BSI, 1983.
   Google Scholar
• Atack N, Harradine N, Sandy JR, Ireland AJ. Which way forward? Fixed or removable lower retainers. Angle Orthod 2007; 77: 954–59.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Renkema AM, Sips ET, Bronkhorst E, Kuijpers-Jagtman AM. A survey on orthodontic retention procedures in the Netherlands. Eur J Orthod 2009; 31: 432–37.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Sheridan JJ, Ledoux W, McMinn R. Essix retainers: fabrication and supervision for permanent retention. J Clin Orthod 1993; 27: 37–45.
   PubMedGoogle Scholar
• Collett T. A rationale for removable retainers. J Clin Orthod 1998; 32: 667–69.
   PubMedGoogle Scholar
• Destang DL, Kerr WJ. Maxillary retention: is longer better? Eur J Orthod 2003; 25: 65–69.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Zachrisson BU. Long-term experience with direct-bonded retainers: update and clinical advice. J Clin Orthod 2007; 41: 728–37.
   PubMedGoogle Scholar
• McDermott P, Millett D, Field D, van den Heuvel A, Erfida I. Lower Incisor Retention with Fixed or Vacuum Formed Retainers. Toronto: International Association of Dental Research, 2008, 642 Abstract.
   Google Scholar
• Rowland H, Hichens L, Williams A, Hills D, Killingback N, Ewings P, et al. The effectiveness of Hawley and vacuum-formed retainers: a single-center randomized controlled trial. Am J Orthod Dentofac Orthop 2007; 132: 730–37.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Kumar A, Bansal A. Effectiveness and acceptability of Essix and Begg retainers: a prospective study. Aust Orthod J 2011; 27: 52–56.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Gill DS, Naini FB, Jones A, Tredwin CJ. Part-time versus full-time retainer wear following fixed appliance therapy: a randomized prospective controlled trial. World J Orthod 2007; 8: 300–06.
   PubMedGoogle Scholar
• Thickett E, Power S. A randomized clinical trial of thermoplastic retainer wear. Eur J Orthod 2010; 32: 1–5.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Jäderberg S, Feldmann I, Engström C. Removable thermoplastic appliances as orthodontic retainers — a prospective study of different wear regimens. Eur J Orthod 2012; 34: 475–79.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Shawesh M, Bhatti B, Usmani T, Mandall N. Hawley retainers — full- or part-time? A randomized clinical trial. Eur J Orthod 2010; 32: 165–70.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Wong PM, Freer TJ. A comprehensive survey of retention procedures in Australia and New Zealand. Aust Orthod J 2004; 20: 99–106.
   PubMedGoogle Scholar
• Valiathan M, Hughes E. Results of a survey-based study to identify common retention practices in the United States. Am J Orthod Dentofac Orthop 2010; 137: 170–77.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Keim RG, Gottlieb EL, Nelson AH, Vogels DS. 2008 JCO Study of Orthodontic Diagnosis and Treatment Procedures, Part 1: Results and Trends. J Clin Orthod 2009; 43: 625–34.
   PubMedGoogle Scholar
• Singh P, Grammati S, Kirschen R. Orthodontic retention patterns in the United Kingdom. J Orthod 2009; 36: 115–21.
   PubMedGoogle Scholar
• Pratt MC, Kluemper GT, Hartsfield JK, Fardo D, Nash DA. Evaluation of retention protocols among members of the American Association of Orthodontists in the United States. Am J Orthod Dentofac Orthop 2011; 140: 520–26.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Vandevska-Radunovic V, Espeland L, Stenvik A. A survey of retention procedures among Norwegian orthodontists. Eur Orthod Soc Cong Abstr Book 2011; SP587.
   Google Scholar
• Hichens L, Rowland H, Williams A. Cost-effectiveness and patient satisfaction: Hawley and vacuum-formed retainers. Eur J Orthod 2007; 29: 372–78.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Dillman DA, Smyth JD, Christian LM. Internet, Mail and Mixed-Mode Surveys: The Tailored Design Method. Chichester: John Wiley & Sons, 2008.
   Google Scholar
• Williams A. How to … Write and analyse a questionnaire. J Orthod 2003; 30: 245–252.
   PubMedGoogle Scholar
• McDermott P, Field D, Erfida, Millett D. Operator and Patient Experiences with Fixed or Vacuum Formed Retainers. Cork: International Association of Dental Research, 2007, 17 Abstract.
   Google Scholar
• Pratt MC, Kluemper GT, Lindstrom AF. Patient compliance with orthodontic retainers in the postretention phase. Am J Orthod Dentofac Orthop 2011; 140: 196–201.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Little RM. Stability and relapse of mandibular anterior alignment: University of Washington studies. Semin Orthod 1999; 5: 191–204.
   PubMedGoogle Scholar
• Sauget E, Covell DA, Boero RP, Lieber WS. Comparison of occlusal contacts with use of Hawley and clear overlay retainers. Angle Orthod 1997; 67, 223–30.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Tynelius GE, Bondemark L, Lilja-Karlander E. A randomised controlled trial of three orthodontic retention methods in Class I four premolar extraction cases — stability after 2 years in retention. Orthod Craniofac Res 2013; 16: 105–15.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Sheridan JJ, Armbruster P: Bleaching teeth during supervised retention. J Clin Orthod 1999; 33: 339–44.
   PubMedGoogle Scholar
• Greenwall L. Home Bleaching trays: how to make them. In Bleaching techniques in restorative dentistry: an illustrated guide. London: Martin Dunitz Ltd, 2001, 116–34.
   Google Scholar
• Burrows S. A review of the efficacy of tooth bleaching. Dent Update 2009; 36: 537–51.
   PubMedGoogle Scholar
• Thickett E, Cobourne MT. New developments in tooth whitening. The current status of external bleaching in orthodontics. J Orthod 2009; 36: 194–201.
   PubMedGoogle Scholar
• Department for Business, Innovation and Skills. The Cosmetic Products (Safety) (Amendment) Regulations 2012. SI 2263. London: The Stationary Office, 2012.
   Google Scholar
• Littlewood SJ, Millett DT, Doubleday B, Bearn DR, Worthington HV. Retention procedures for stabilising tooth position after treatment with orthodontic braces. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2006; (1): CD002283.
   Google Scholar
• Sun J, Yu Y, Liu M. Survival time comparison between Hawley and clear overlay retainers: a randomized trial. J Dent Res 2011; 90: 1197–201.
   PubMed Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Hayslett MM, Wildemuth BM. Pixels or pencils? The relative effectiveness of Web-based versus paper surveys. Library-Inf Sci 2004; 26: 73–79.
   Web of Science ®Google Scholar
• Nakash RA, Hutton JL, Jørstad-Stein EC, Gates S, Lamb SE. Maximising response to postal questionnaires — a systematic review of randomised trials in health research. BMC Med Res Methodol 2006, 6: 5.
   PubMedGoogle Scholar