Collecting teeth

[ejendz24]

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Hey guys -

So I've decided that I should probably start collecting some teeth for UIC. I've searched the forum, but there are so many conflicting theories that I just wanted some simple input as to how to go about this.

Would it be adequate to store the teeth in 10% formalin (buffered or not) until I need them (around 2 yrs)? I figured as long as I have access to formalin, why not use it? I've heard that bleach could possibly make the teeth brittle and difficult to work with so I think I'll steer clear of it.

I guess the bottom line is: what's the best thing to store teeth in for long periods of time? If formalin will work out fine - great. End of story.

Thanks for the input!

 

[bigstix808]

Hey guys -

So I've decided that I should probably start collecting some teeth for UIC. I've searched the forum, but there are so many conflicting theories that I just wanted some simple input as to how to go about this.

Would it be adequate to store the teeth in 10% formalin (buffered or not) until I need them (around 2 yrs)? I figured as long as I have access to formalin, why not use it? I've heard that bleach could possibly make the teeth brittle and difficult to work with so I think I'll steer clear of it.

I guess the bottom line is: what's the best thing to store teeth in for long periods of time? If formalin will work out fine - great. End of story.

Thanks for the input!

yup, end of story.

if you, or anyone else reading this, still need teeth hit up a prosthodontist/denture clinic. best place hands down