Odontologic use of copper/aluminum alloys: mitochondrial respiration as sensitive parameter of biocompatibility

• Main Authors: Rodrigues Luiz Erlon A. (Author), Carvalho Antônio A.V.F (Author), Azevedo Antônio L.M (Author), Cruz Cecília B.B.V (Author), Maia Antônio Wanderley C. (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Fundação Odontológica de Ribeirão Preto, 2003-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Copper/aluminum alloys are largely utilized in odontological restorations because they are less expensive than gold or platinum. However, tarnishing and important corrosion in intrabuccal prostheses made with copper/aluminum alloys after 28 days of use have been reported. Several kinds of food and b...