Biofilm
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Male or female, aged between 18 to 32, healthy with no history or presence of a systemic disease, and absence of active caries or periodontal disease.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Individuals with removable prosthesis, orthodontic appliances or any dental implants; pregnant or breastfeeding; smokers; presence of cleft palate that precludes the wearing of a retainer; use of an antimicrobial mouthwash prior to enrolment in the study; and use of antibiotics against infectious diseases during the 3 months prior to the study.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Expected outcome 1: The reduction of biofilm formation on the surface of the acrylic resin in chlorhexidine is expected to be 50% compared to the control group after 24 hours in the buccal medium. The method used was by counting colonies on blood agar medium and Streptococcus mutans.;Conclusion1: There was no decrease in biofilm formation on the acrylic resin surface with chlorhexidine compared to the control group after 24 hours in the buccal medium. The method used was by counting colonies on blood agar medium and Streptococcus mutans. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Secondary outcomes are not expected | — |
Countries
Brazil
Contacts
Departamento de Prótese da Faculdade de Odontologia da UERJ