Acid-Free Process Removes Oxide from NiTi Wire

Friday, September 26th, 2008

Recently introduced nickel-titanium wire does not rely on Hf acid solutions, which can make the product brittle, or costly mechanical polishing for oxide removal. Moreover, the exclusive one-step process results in a remarkably smooth and shiny surface, according to Johnson Matthey (Royston, Herts, UK). "Aesthetics are very important in a surgical ...