Official publication of Magadh University and Kolhan University, Government of Bihar and Jharkhand, India
Year : 2018
Volume : Volume 9
Issue : Issue 1
Address for correspondence :
Dr. Nidhi Thakur.
nidhithakur21@rediffmail.com
Background: Different types of wires can be used for retraction in orthodontic tooth movement. Aim & objectives: To assess the effectiveness of TMA & CNA wire. Material & methods: 10 patients undergoing orthodontic treatment were divided in two groups and orthodontic retraction using TMA wire was done in group 1 and CNA wire was used in group 2. Results: CNA wire using anterior en mass retraction produces better results. Conclusion: anterior retraction was faster with CNA wires.
Keywords: CNA wire, TMA wire, T loop.