Alterations to Titanium Surface Depending on the Fluorides and Abrasives in Toothpaste

Fluoride and abrasives in toothpastes may cause corrosion and deterioration of the titanium used for implants and other prostheses. The purpose of this study was to investigate how the presence or absence and types of fluoride and abrasives affected the titanium surface texture. Brushing with toothp...

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Main Authors: Takahiro Shuto, Yuichi Mine, Seicho Makihira, Hiroki Nikawa, Takanori Wachi, Kazutoshi Kakimoto
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-12-01
Series:Materials
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/15/1/51