In vitro determination of genotoxicity and cytotoxicity induced by stainless steel brackets with and without surface coating in cultures of oral mucosal cells

• Main Authors: Dhruv Ahuja (Author), Nidhin Philip Jose (Author), Rozy Kamal (Author), Vinaya Panduranga (Author), Supriya Nambiar (Author), Arun M. Isloor (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2024-10-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
• Online Access: Connect to this object online.

Abstract Background Orthodontics is a speciality of dentistry that uses a plethora of devices made from myriad materials to manage various malocclusions. Prolonged contact of orthodontic appliances with oral tissues can lead to cellular damage, highlighting the need for biocompatible materials to mi...