December 2012
Comparative evaluation of dimensional stability and surface quality of gypsum casts retrieved from disinfected addition silicone impressions at various time intervals: An in vitro study
The aim of this study was to evaluate and compare the dimensional stability and surface quality of the gypsum casts retrieved from disinfected polyvinylsiloxane impressions at 10, 30 min and 1 h by immersion and spray method. Six impressions of each type of silicone material were made from a master model. In each group, three of the impressions were disinfected, while the other three were considered as control. The...
December 2012
Risks of infection on odontological procedures
This study assesses the routine adopted by dentists in Alfenas, Minas Gerais, during clinic practices, regarding to biosecurity procedures usage. In this study, 41 participants were randomly selected out of a roll provided by the Odontology Regional Council in Minas Gerais (CRO-MG), and were divided into three groups considering gender, general or specialized activity and period of college graduation. Misconceptions...
