In vitro comparison of peracetic acid and autoclave sterilization in the corrosion of orthodontic pliers: a pilot study

• Main Authors: Livia Kelly Ferraz NUNES (Author), Érika Lopes CARNEIRO (Author), Nathalia Barbosa PALOMARES (Author), Lilian SENNA (Author), Helio SAMPAIO-FILHO (Author), José Augusto Mendes MIGUEL (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Dental Press Editora, 2021-10-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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ABSTRACT Introduction: The most currently recommended method for sterilization of orthodontic pliers is the autoclave, while peracetic acid has also been shown to be effective in the chemical sterilization process. Objective: This study sought to compare the corrosive effects of peracetic acid and a...