Effect of steam and dry heat sterilization on the insertion and fracture torque of orthodontic miniscrews
Background: Titanium miniscrews are used at an ever-increasing rate to provide orthodontic anchorage. The aim of this study was to evaluate the mechanical performance of miniscrews after dry and steam sterilization. Materials and Methods: In this experimental study, a total of 72 miniscrews from two...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2020-01-01
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Series: | Dental Research Journal |
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Online Access: | http://www.drjjournal.net/article.asp?issn=1735-3327;year=2020;volume=17;issue=3;spage=219;epage=224;aulast=Alavi |