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ArticleJournal of pharmacy & bioallied sciences2025

Elastiease: Wasting Less and Smiling More-A Clinical Innovation.

Prajwal Prabhu, M Hemanth, Afshan S Waremani, M Aravind, B R Kavya, Rakshitha Raj

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Article in Journal of pharmacy & bioallied sciences, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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6 authors.

Prajwal PrabhuDepartment of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Dayananda Sagar College of Dental Sciences, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
M HemanthDepartment of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Dayananda Sagar College of Dental Sciences, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
Afshan S WaremaniDepartment of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Dayananda Sagar College of Dental Sciences, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
M AravindDepartment of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Dayananda Sagar College of Dental Sciences, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
B R KavyaDepartment of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Dayananda Sagar College of Dental Sciences, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
Rakshitha RajDepartment of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, Dayananda Sagar College of Dental Sciences, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Introduction: Sustainability in orthodontics is gaining prominence as the field seeks eco-friendly alternatives to conventional practices. Materials and methods: This paper presents an innovative device designed to aid in the placement of orthodontic elastics, crafted entirely from commonly discarded clinical materials-unused portions of elastomeric modules and stainless steel rectangular wire. By repurposing these materials, the device not only addresses the practical challenge of elastic placement but also exemplifies the "best out of waste" concept, promoting resource efficiency and waste reduction. Conclusion: This sustainable approach supports greener clinical practices while enhancing patient compliance, offering a simple yet impactful step toward environmentally responsible orthodontic care.cal systems.

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Elasticsorthodontic Sustainabilitypatient Compliance

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PMID40655588
PMCPMC12244667

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