Publications by authors named "Jefferson de Souza Silva"
Statement Of Problem: Disinfection is an important factor in preserving facial prostheses and maintaining tissue health. However, whether disinfection with ultraviolet C is an effective disinfection method is unclear.
Purpose: The purpose of this in vitro study was to evaluate the effectiveness of irradiation with different exposure durations of an ultraviolet-C light-emitting diode in the disinfection of the silicone (A-588-1; Factor II) used in facial prostheses.
Objective: Although the use of resveratrol is widespread, there is a lack of studies concerning its use in older adults who practice regular physical activity. The present study aimed to evaluate how resveratrol influenced anthropometric parameters, heart measures, blood analytes in women participants, aged 60 to 80 years old, distributed in four groups consisting of those who regularly exercise or not, and those who were under resveratrol treatment or not. The older adult women exercised in a Community Center.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPlant extract incorporated into glass ionomer cement as a photosensitizing agent for antimicrobial photodynamic therapy on Streptococcus mutans.
Photodiagnosis Photodyn Ther
June 2022
Article Synopsis
- A plant extract called Dioscorea altissima (EB) is being studied as a potential replacement for methylene blue as a photosensitizer in antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT) against harmful caries-causing bacteria like Streptococcus mutans.
- The study involved various groups testing combinations of glass ionomer cement (GIC) with EB and different laser treatments to evaluate their effectiveness in reducing bacterial viability.
- Results showed that the combination of GIC with EB and laser treatment was the most effective, suggesting that EB enhances the antimicrobial properties of GIC and could be a promising option for dental treatments.
Statement Of Problem: Hygiene and disinfection are important factors for preserving facial prostheses and supporting tissue health. However, a method that does not accelerate degradation or color change is necessary.
Purpose: The purpose of this in vitro study was to evaluate the effectiveness of irradiation with ultraviolet C light-emitting diode (UV-C LED) light in the disinfection and initial color stability of the silicone (A-588-1; Factor II) used in facial prostheses.