Release of nickel and chromium ions from orthodontic wires following the use of teeth whitening mouthwashes

Abstract Background Corrosion resistance is an important requirement for orthodontic appliances. Nickel and chromium may be released from orthodontic wires and can cause allergic reactions and cytotoxicity when patients use various mouthwashes to whiten their teeth. Our study aimed to assess the rel...

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Main Authors: AmirHossein Mirhashemi, Sahar Jahangiri, MohammadJavad Kharrazifard
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2018-02-01
Series:Progress in Orthodontics
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40510-018-0203-7