Effects of diamond-like carbon coating on frictional and mechanical properties of orthodontic brackets: An in vitro study

Danisman H., ÇELEBİ F., DANIŞMAN Ş., BIÇAKÇI A. A.

APOS TRENDS IN ORTHODONTICS, vol.12, no.1, pp.13-19, 2022 (ESCI) identifier identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 12 Issue: 1
  • Publication Date: 2022
  • Doi Number: 10.25259/apos_79_2021
  • Journal Name: APOS TRENDS IN ORTHODONTICS
  • Journal Indexes: Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI)
  • Page Numbers: pp.13-19
  • Keywords: Coating, Diamond-like carbon, Friction, Bracket
  • Erciyes University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Objectives: The aim of this study is to apply a diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating on orthodontic brackets and to examine the effects of the coating on surface properties and friction.