Triple-stranded stainless steel wires--evaluation of mechanical properties and comparison with titanium alloy alternatives

Angle Orthod. 1987 Jan;57(1):18-32. doi: 10.1043/0003-3219(1987)057<0018:TSSW>2.0.CO;2.

Abstract

Force storage and delivery properties of typical triple-stranded stainless steel wires are determined and compared with reported values for titanium alloy archwires. Results indicate that triple-stranded wires can often provide a viable alternative to the newer titanium alloys.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Biomechanical Phenomena
  • Dental Stress Analysis
  • Elasticity
  • Orthodontic Appliances*
  • Orthodontic Wires*
  • Stainless Steel*
  • Stress, Mechanical
  • Surface Properties
  • Titanium

Substances

  • Stainless Steel
  • Titanium