An Comparative Evaluation of Conventional and Novel Derived Herbal Disinfectant Solutions against Pathogenic Biofilm on Maxillofacial Silicones and Its Impact on Color Stability.

Aim: This study aims to assess the antimicrobial efficacy and impact on color stability of solution compared to conventional disinfectants on maxillofacial silicones.

Materials And Methods: Various solutions were evaluated, including solutions at 5 and 10%, saline (control), chlorhexidine (4%), and soap water. The substrates were MDX4-4210 silicone elastomers, and the microorganisms tested were and .

The Release of Elements from the Base Metal Alloys in a Protein Containing Biologic Environments and Artificial Saliva - An Invitro Study.

Introduction: It has been reported that protein containing solutions can accelerate the release of elements from the base metal alloys.

Aim: This study aims to determine whether the solution in which an alloy is submerged and the exposure time have any effect on the amount of release of elements from the Ni-Cr and Co-Cr alloys.

Material And Methods: A total of 126 specimens were made from the Ni-Cr alloy and 42 specimens were made from Co-Cr alloy in the form of 5mm diameter discs, 2mm in thickness.

The effectiveness of magnesium oxide combined with tissue conditioners in inhibiting the growth of Candida albicans: an in vitro study.

Context: The presence of Candida albicans on the fitting surface of the denture is a major causative factor in denture stomatitis. A treatment method is by combining tissue conditioner and antifungal agents.

Aims: The main objective of this study is to test the efficacy of magnesium oxide combined with two tissue conditioners (Viscogel and GC Soft), in inhibiting the growth of Candida albicans.