Publications by authors named "Hassan M Sakr"
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates how different types of thermoplastic denture bases (nylon, acetal, and acrylic) impact microbial adhesion in partially edentulous patients with Kennedy Class I dentures.
- Thirteen patients, aged 41-50, had removable partial dentures made from these materials, and microbial counts were taken from the surfaces after one month.
- Results indicated that thermoplastic nylon had the lowest microbial adhesion, suggesting it may be the best option for reducing microbial colonization in denture bases.
Background: A gap still exists between in vitro and clinical studies concerning the biocompatibility of the material in the oral environment and their potential to cause immunological undesirable side effects. The uses of glass fibres to improve the mechanical properties of acrylic resin denture base polymers are well documented in vitro.
Aim: The present study aimed to evaluate the effect of denture base reinforcement using light-cured E- glass fibres mesh on the level of salivary immunoglobulin A (S-IgA) in patients wearing complete dentures.