Storing collected teeth

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Is it ok to store collected teeth in plastic jars with diluted bleach as holding solution?? Or is it necessary to use glass jars?? Or does it matter?
 
Plastic jars with a screw-top lid. And use diluted 1:10 bleach.
 
plastic or glass jars. it makes no difference. You can also store the teeth in 10% formalin
 
I was told to put some glycerin in the jar as well (along with the diluted bleach). You can buy it at any pharmacy or drug store. I was told that it keeps the teeth from becoming too brittle, which would not be ideal if you're practicing preps, etc. I don't know if it made any difference to be honest.
 
You shouldn't use bleach as bleach can make your teeth brittle and damage it. Use formalin. I bought a bunch of jars from Marshall for 3 dollars each.

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