Quantitative analysis of potentially toxic metals in alginates for dental use

• Main Authors: A.S. Braga (Author), A.B.C.E.B. Catirse (Author), L.G. Vaz (Author), A.C.C. Spadaro (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: São Paulo State University (UNESP), 2005-05-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Alginate is one the materials most employed in practice to make dental impressions. Substances like zinc, cadmium and lead silicate, which are included in several alginate brands with the aim of improving their physical, chemical and mechanical properties, are a source of serious concern as regards...