AIM: to compare the friction produced by ceramic and stainless steel brackets, when combinated with stainless steel wire, during the execution of sliding mechanics. METHODS: a simulator and and appropriate methodology were developed. RESULTS AND CONCLUSIONS: the combination of ceramic bracket with stainless steel wire produced more friction than the stainless steel bracket combinated to stainless steel wire. In conclusion, the execution of sliding mechanics is facilitated when used stainless steel bracket combinated with stainless steel wire.
Friction; Bracket; Wire
