Bioactive Plasma Coatings on Orthodontic Brackets: In Vitro Metal Ion Release and Cytotoxicity

The metal ion release characteristics and biocompatibility of meta-based materials are key factors that influence their use in orthodontics. Although stainless steel-based alloys have gained much interest and use due to their mechanical properties and cost, they are prone to localised attack after p...

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Main Authors: Lasni Samalka Kumarasinghe, Neethu Ninan, Panthihage Ruvini Lakshika Dabare, Alex Cavallaro, Esma J. Doğramacı, Giampiero Rossi-Fedele, Craig Dreyer, Krasimir Vasilev, Peter Zilm
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-07-01
Series:Coatings
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2079-6412/11/7/857