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Comparative evaluation of the performance of orthodontic retainers using different surface protocols: an in vitro study
Kurnaz, Merve; Nazan, Ali Arslan; Eraydın, Feyza (Springer Nature, 2025)This study aims to assess the in vitro durability of Nitinol retainers, manufactured using computer-aided methods with hydrophilic or superhydrophilic surfaces to reduce debonding, alongside a commonly used composite ... -
Comparison of the adhesive performance of various composite materials used for clear aligner attachments
Kurnaz, Merve; Erçin, Özlem; Kopuz, Dilan (Gazi Üniversitesi, 2025)OBJECTIVE: This study aims to investigate the impact of commonly consumed beverages in patients’ daily diets on the bonding performance of composite attachments used in clear aligner treatments. MATERIALS AND METHODS: ... -
Comparison of the effects of maxillary expansion applying rapid maxillary expanders or clear aligners in mixed dentition
Kurnaz, Merve; Dayan, Elis (Springer Nature, 2025)Purpose To compare maxillary expansion achieved through the use of a rapid palatal expander (RPE) or clear aligner systems (incorporating variable buccal and palatal attachments) during mixed dentition. Methods The study ... -
Evaluation of the color stability of attachments made with different resin composites
Erçin, Özlem; Kurnaz, Merve; Kopuz, Dilan (Elsevier, 2023)Introduction: Coloring solutions—such as coffee and cola, frequently consumed daily—cause coloration of at tachments made with resin composites. This may reduce the motivation for clear aligner treatment, often preferred ... -
Farklı tedavi yöntemleri uygulanan sınıf II vakaların profil silüetlerinin estetik algı açısından değerlendirilmesi
Kurnaz, Merve; Ağrılı, Cansu Şeyma; Tezulaş, Berrak (İstanbul Kent Üniversitesi, 2025)Amaç: Bu çalışmanın amacı, Sınıf II maloklüzyonun farklı tedavi yöntemlerinin yumuşak doku üzerindeki etkilerini son sınıf diş hekimliği öğrencileri ve diş hekimi olmayan öğrenciler arasında anket yöntemiyle ... -
Gender-based comparison of pharyngeal airway between Class I and Class III patients during MP3cap growth period
Kurnaz, Merve; Çelik, Bülent; Kaygısız, Emine (Galenos Publishing House, 2025)Objective To compare the pharyngeal airway size and area between Class III patients exhibiting optimal vertical growth direction and Class I patients at the MP3cap stage, considering gender differences. Methods This ... -
Geometric morphometric analysis of the pharyngeal airway during treatment of Class III malocclusion
Kaygısız, Emine; Ocakoğlu, Gökhan; Kurnaz, Merve; Yüksel, Sema; Tortop, Tuba (Elsevier, 2022)Introduction: The pharyngeal airway is important during diagnosis and treatment planning in orthodontics. This study aimed to compare the changes in the shape of the pharyngeal airway in patients with Class III malocclusion ...
