Nickel and Chromium Ion Release from Orthodontic Wires Subjected to Various Drinks and Distilled Water
Seyyed Amirhossein Mirhashemi,
Sahar Jahangiri,
Mina Mahdavi Moghaddam
et al.
Abstract:Objectives: The aim of this in vitro study was to assess the quantity of nickel and chromium ions released from orthodontic wires when subjected to various beverage solutions and distilled water.
Materials and Methods: Orthodontic appliances composed of five brackets, one band and 0.016-inch stainless steel and nickel titanium wires were immersed in Coke, tea, coffee and distilled water. The samples were incubated at 37℃ for 1 hour, 6 hours, 24 hours, and one week. There was a total of 120 appliances div… Show more
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