Corrosion resistance of SS316L alloy in artificial saliva, in the absence and presence of a disinfectant tablet, namely, Almox 250 DT has
been evaluated by AC Impedance Spectra. It is observed that when 50 ppm of Almox is added to artificial saliva, charge transfer resistance
of SS 316 L increases. Similar observation is made in presence of 200 ppm of Almox also. Hence it is concluded that people having
orthodontic wires made of SS 316L, can take the Tablet Almox 250 DT without any hesitation, because in its presence corrosion resistance
of SS 316L increases.
Key words: corrosion resistance of metals, SS 316L alloy, synthetic saliva, orthodontic wires.
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