Influence of microwave sterilization on the cutting capacity of carbide burs

Influence of microwave sterilization on the cutting capacity of carbide burs

OBJECTIVE: This study compared the cutting capacity of carbide burs sterilized with microwaves and traditional sterilization methods. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Sixty burs were divided into 5 groups according to the sterilization methods: dry heat (G1), autoclave (G2), microwave irradiation (G3), glutara...

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Main Authors: Laiza Maria Grassi Fais, Lígia Antunes Pereira Pinelli, Gelson Luis Adabo, Regina Helena Barbosa Tavares da Silva, Caroline Canhizares Marcelo, Dalton Geraldo Guaglianoni
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: University of São Paulo 2009-12-01
Series:Journal of Applied Oral Science
Subjects:
Sterilization
Dental instruments
Infection control
Microwaves
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