Effect of polishing methods on Candida albicans adhesion and contributing factors in heat-cured acrylic dentures: an in-vitro comparative study.

Introduction: Heat-polymerized acrylic resin is widely used in prosthodontics due to its various advantages. However, its susceptibility to microbial colonization, influenced by surface properties such as roughness, water sorption, and free surface energy, poses challenges in maintaining oral health. Microbial adhesion, particularly of Candida albicans, plays a significant role in the overall microbial load on the denture surface, predisposing several oral and health related complications.