Antimicrobial effect of phytosphingosine in acrylic resin

Abstract This study evaluated color stability (CS), anti-adherence effect (AAE), and cell viability of microorganisms on acrylic resin (AR) surface, treated associated or not with sodium percarbonate (SP). AR specimens were prepared, and color analysis was performed before and after the treatments and the CS was calculated. For analysis of AAE, the samples were sterilized by radiation in a microwave oven. Then samples were randomly distributed: phosphate-buffered saline (PBS - control), 0.5% sodium hypochlorite (SH), phytosphingosine (PHS), and phytosphingosine + SP (PHS+Na2CO3). The specimens remained in contact with solutions for 30 minutes and were later contaminated by Candida albicans. Aliquots were seeded in Petri dishes with Sabouraud Dextrose agar and incubated at 37°C for 24 hours. After the incubation, the number of colonies was counted. The cell viability of adhered microorganisms on the AR was evaluated and 20 fields were observed under an epifluorescence microscope, and the percentage of adhered viable cells was calculated. Data were compared (One-way ANOVA, Tukey, p<.05). As for CS, PHS+ Na2CO3 (0.4±0.1) resulted in less change than PBS (0.9±0.2), similar to the other groups (SH [1.0±0.3)]; PHS [0.9±0.2)]). There was no difference for all tested solutions regarding the ability to avoid microorganism adherence (p>0.05), but PHS (11.2±4.1) resulted in a smaller area of adhered viable cells, statistically different from SH (18.2±7.6) and PBS (26.4±10.8). It was concluded that PHS resulted in lower adhered viable cells and when associated with Na2CO3, also shows a lower effect on the CS of AR.

Resumo Este estudo avaliou estabilidade de cor (EC), efeito antiaderente (EAA) e viabilidade celular de microrganismos em superfície de resina acrílica (RA), tratada com solução de fitoesfingosina, associada ou não ao percarbonato de sódio (PS). Espécimes RA foram preparados e análise de cor foi realizada antes e após os tratamentos e EC foi calculada. Para análise de EAA, as amostras foram esterilizadas por radiação em forno de micro-ondas. Então foram distribuídas aleatoriamente: solução salina tamponada com fosfato (PBS - controle), hipoclorito de sódio 0,5% (SH), fitoesfingosina (PHS) e fitoesfingosina + SP (PHS+Na2CO3). Os espécimes permaneceram em contato com as soluções por 30 minutos e posteriormente foram contaminados por Candida albicans. Alíquotas foram semeadas em placas de Petri com ágar Sabouraud Dextrose e incubadas a 37°C por 24 horas. Após a incubação, o número de colônias foi contado. A viabilidade celular dos microorganismos aderidos na RA foi avaliada e 20 campos foram observados em microscópio de epifluorescência, e a porcentagem de células viáveis aderidas foi calculada. Os dados foram comparados (One-way ANOVA, Tukey, p<0,05). Quanto a EC, o PHS+ Na2CO3 [0,4 (0,1)] resultou em menor alteração que o PBS [0,9 (0,2)], semelhante aos demais grupos (SH [1,0 (0,3)]; PHS [0,9 (0,2)]). Não houve diferença para todas as soluções testadas quanto à capacidade de evitar a aderência de microorganismos (p>0,05), mas o PHS [11,2 (4,1)] resultou em uma área menor de células viáveis aderidas, estatisticamente diferente do SH [18,2 (7,6)] e PBS [26,4 (10,8)]. Concluiu-se que o PHS resultou em menor número de células viáveis aderidas e, quando associado ao Na2CO3, também apresenta menor efeito sobre o EC da RA.

Relation between the risk factors for the severity of denture stomatitis and quality of life of complete edentulous individuals: a cross-sectional study

Abstract Objective To assess the association between risk factors for developing denture stomatitis (DS) and oral health-related quality of life (OHRQoL) in complete denture wearers. Methodology Participants of both sexes, wearing complete dentures, were classified using the modified Newton classification for the absence or the severity of DS and allocated to groups Normal or zero, IA, IB, II, and III. Lifestyle, oral and denture history, and medication use were assessed using specific questionnaires; clinical parameters such as anatomical characteristics of support were evaluated with the Kapur classification; salivary flow (SF) was calculated by the volume of unstimulated saliva per minute; and microbial load was determined by counting colony forming units (CFU) of target microorganisms present in the biofilm collected from dentures and palate. OHIP-EDENT assessed the OHRQoL. Kendall's tau_b and Spearman tests were applied with a significance level of 5%. Results 184 patients (143 female and 41 male) aged 65.5 ± 6.8 years were evaluated. Positive correlations were found for sex (women; p=0.013, r=0.16), individuals who started to consume alcoholic beverages as a young adult (18-27 years) (p=0.008, r=0.22), CFU of Candida spp. (p<0.001, r=0.27 denture; p<0.001, r=0.31 palate); Candida albicans (p=0.004, r=0.22 denture; p=0.003, r=0.25 palate), and Candida glabrata (p=0.004, r=0.22 denture; p=0.001, r=0.27 palate). Moreover, negative correlations with DS were found for CFU of Staphylococcus spp. (p=0.004, r=-0.20 palate) and enterobacteria (p=0.002, r=-0.24 palate), as well as a negative correlation between SF (p=0.009, r=-0.193) and DS. The CFU of Staphylococcus spp. and enterobacteria on the palate significantly correlated with OHRQoL. Conclusion Being female, consuming alcoholic beverages as a young adult, CFU of Candida spp., Candida albicans, Candida glabrata, and salivary flow may be the most significant risk factors for DS. The microbial load of Staphylococcus spp. and enterobacteria seems to influence the quality of life for complete denture wearers.

Action of disinfectant solutions on adaptive capacity and virulence factors of the Candida spp. biofilms formed on acrylic resin

Abstract Understanding the behavior of Candida spp. when exposed to denture disinfectants is essential to optimize their effectiveness. Changes in the virulence factors may cause increased resistance of Candida spp. to disinfectant agents. Objective To evaluate the microbial load, cellular metabolism, hydrolytic enzyme production, hyphae formation, live cell and biofilm quantification of Candida albicans, Candida tropicalis and Candida glabrata after exposure to disinfectant solutions. Methodology Simple biofilms were grown on heat-polymerized acrylic resin specimens, and divided into groups according to solutions/strains: distilled water (control); 0.25% sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl 0.25% ); 10% Ricinus communis (RC 10%); and 0.5% Chloramine T (CT 0.5%). The virulence factors were evaluated using the CFU count (microbial load), XTT method (cell metabolism), epifluorescence microscopy (biofilm removal and live or dead cells adhered), protease and phospholipase production and hyphae formation. Data were analyzed (α=0.05) by one-way ANOVA/ Tukey post hoc test, Kruskal-Wallis test and Wilcoxon test. Results NaOCl 0.25% was the most effective solution. CT 0.5% reduced the number of CFUs more than RC 10% and the control. RC 10% was effective only against C. glabrata. RC 10% and CT 0.5% decreased the cellular metabolism of C. albicans and C. glabrata. Enzyme production was not affected. Hyphal growth in the RC 10% and CT 0.5% groups was similar to that of the control. CT 0.5% was better than RC 10% against C. albicans and C. tropicalis when measuring the total amount of biofilm and number of living cells. For C. glabrata, CT 0.5% was equal to RC 10% in the maintenance of living cells; RC 10% was superior for biofilm removal. Conclusions The CT 0.5% achieved better results than those of Ricinus communis at 10%, favoring the creation of specific products for dentures. Adjustments in the formulations of RC 10% are necessary due to efficacy against C. glabrata. The NaOCl 0.25% is the most effective and could be suitable for use as a positive control.

Complete denture hygiene solutions: antibiofilm activity and effects on physical and mechanical properties of acrylic resin

Abstract Appropriated denture hygiene is a predictive factor for longevity of rehabilitation treatment and maintenance of the oral mucosal health. Although, disinfectant solutions are commonly used as denture cleansers, the impact of these solutions on acrylic resin-based dentures remain unclear. Objective To evaluate, in vitro, the antibiofilm activity of complete denture hygiene solutions and their effects on physical and mechanical properties of acrylic resin. Methodology For antibiofilm activity measurement acrylic resin specimens were contaminated with Candida albicans, Candida glabrata and Streptococcus mutans. After biofilm growth, the specimens were assigned to the hygiene solutions: Distilled water (Control); 0.2% Sodium hypochlorite (SH); Efferdent Power Clean Crystals (EPC) and 6.25% Ricinus communis (RC). The viability of microorganisms was evaluated by agar plate counts. In parallel, physical, and mechanical properties of the acrylic resin were evaluated after simulating a 5-year period of daily immersion in the previously mentioned solutions. The changes in surface roughness, color, microhardness, flexural strength, impact strength, sorption and solubility were evaluated. Data were compared by ANOVA followed by the Tukey test or Kruskal-Wallis followed by the Dunn test depending on the distribution (α=0.05). Results Regarding antibiofilm action, SH eliminated all microorganisms while EPC and RC exhibited moderate action against S. mutans (p=0.001) and C. glabrata (p<0.001), respectively. Relative to effects on the physical and mechanical properties of the acrylic resin, RC led to higher values of color change (p=0.030), hardness (p<0.001), surface roughness (p=0.006) and flexural strength (p<0.001). Moreover, RC induced the highest values of changes in solubility (p<0.001). EPC promoted greater changes in surface morphology, whereas immersion in SH retained the initial appearance of the acrylic resin surface. All hygiene solutions reduced the impact strength (p<0.05). Conclusion SH presented the most effective antibiofilm activity. In addition, changes on properties were observed after immersion in RC, which were considered within acceptable limits.

Bacteriófagos com potencial aplicabilidade em tubos endotraqueaisavaliação das atividades antibacteriana e antibiofilme / Potential applicability of bacteriophages on endotracheal tubes: evaluation of antibacterial and antibiofilm activities

O objetivo deste estudo foi isolar bacteriófagos com potencial aplicabilidade no controle de biofilme de Pseudomonas aeruginosa em tubos endotraqueais. Os bacteriófagos isolados foram expandidos, titulados e caracterizados quanto ao perfil genômico, morfologia, tipo de material genético, especificidade de hospedeiros, eficiência de plaqueamento, atividade lítica, curva de crescimento e estabilidade às variações de pH e temperatura. A inibição do crescimento planctônico e a atividade antibiofilme, in vitro, foram avaliadas contra 15 cepas de P. aeruginosa. A atividade antibiofilme de tubos endotraqueais revestidos com os bacteriófagos foi avaliada em um modelo de biofilme em fluxo contínuo. A influência dos bacteriófagos sobre os fatores de virulência de P. aeruginosa foi avaliada pela inibição da formação de biofilme, produção de piocianina e proteases extracelulares e expressão dos genes pslA, lasl, lasB e phzH. Os dados referentes a área recoberta por biofilme após o tratamento com os bacteriófagos e a atividade antibiofilme de tubos endotraqueais revestidos apresentaram distribuição não normal e foram analisados em um Modelo Linear Generalizado (α=5%). A influência dos bacteriófagos sobre os fatores de virulência de P. aeruginosa também apresentou distribuição não normal e foi analisada pelo teste de Kruskal-Wallis (α=5%). Todas as demais variáveis apresentaram distribuição normal e variância homogênea e foram analisadas por ANOVA (α=5%). Vinte e cinco bacteriófagos foram isolados a partir de amostras do esgoto doméstico. Do total, 5 bacteriófagos foram selecionados para caracterização integral e avaliação das atividades antibacteriana e antibiofilme. Eles foram designados como vB_PaeM_USP_1, vB_PaeM_USP_2, vB_PaeM_USP_3, vB_PaeM_USP_18 e vB_PaeM_USP_25. Os bacteriófagos pertencem à ordem Caudovirales, família Myoviridae, com genoma constituído por DNA dupla fita (dsDNA), variando de ~62 a ~65 kb e codificam de 65 a 89 proteínas. Os bacteriófagos produziram de 27 a 46 partículas virais após 30 minutos de incubação e foram estáveis às variações de pH e temperatura. Os bacteriófagos exibiram um amplo espectro lítico e foram capazes de infectar P. aeruginosa, incluindo cepas multirresistentes. Eles também reduziram o crescimento de P. aeruginosa na forma planctônica, e a carga microbiana e atividade metabólica quando aplicados a biofilmes associados aos tubos endotraqueais. A área recoberta por biofilme foi significativamente reduzida após a exposição de biofilmes maduros aos bacteriófagos. A aplicação in situ dos bacteriófagos no revestimento de tubos endotraqueais mostrou que o coquetel composto por vB_PaeM_USP_2 e vB_PaeM_USP_18 alterou a colonização bacteriana e o desenvolvimento do biofilme de P. aeruginosa, sem afetar substancialmente a atividade metabólica. Avaliando os fatores de virulência de P. aeruginosa foi observado que os vírus promoveram mudanças no crescimento do biofilme apenas até 8 horas de cocultivo. Também, após 8 horas de cocultivo foi observado que vB_PaeM_USP_1, vB_PaeM_USP_2 e vB_PaeM_USP_3 promoveram filamentação da morfologia bacteriana. A presença de bacteriófagos não alterou a produção de piocianina e proteases extracelulares por P. aeruginosa. No entanto, alterações no nível de expressão de genes relacionados a fatores de virulência foram detectadas, principalmente, após 2 e 48 h de cocultivo. A atividade lítica no biofilme de P. aeruginosa formado por cepas multirresistentes indica que os bacteriófagos isolados neste estudo podem ser considerados bons candidatos para estudos terapêuticos.

The objective of this study was to isolate bacteriophages and potentially apply it against Pseudomonas aeruginosa biofilms on endotracheal tube surfaces. The isolated bacteriophages were propagated, titrated, and characterized in terms of their genomic profile, viral morphology, type of genetic material, host range investigation, efficiency of platting, lytic activity, growth curve, and pH and thermal stability. The inhibition of planktonic growth and antibiofilm activity, in vitro, were evaluated against 15 P. aeruginosa strains. The antibiofilm activity of endotracheal tubes coated with bacteriophages was evaluated in a continuous flow biofilm model. The bacteriophages influence on development of virulence mechanisms on P. aeruginosa was evaluated by the inhibition of biofilm growth, production of pyocyanin and extracellular proteases, and expression of pslA, lasl, lasB and phzH genes. Data referring to the residual aggregated biofilm after treatment with bacteriophages and the antibiofilm activity of endotracheal tubes coated with bacteriophages showed non-normal distribution and were analyzed in a Generalized Linear Model (α=5%). The bacteriophage's influence on development of virulence mechanisms on P. aeruginosa also showed non-normal distribution and was analyzed by Kruskal-Wallis test (α=5%). All other data had normal distribution and homogeneous variance and were analyzed using ANOVA (α=5%). Twenty-five bacteriophages were isolated from domestic sewage samples. Of these, 5 bacteriophages were selected for complete characterization and evaluation of antibacterial and antibiofilm activities. They were designated as vB_PaeM_USP_1, vB_PaeM_USP_2, vB_PaeM_USP_3, vB_PaeM_USP_18 and vB_PaeM_USP_25. All of them belong to the order Caudovirales, Myoviridae family, and they have a double-stranded DNA (dsDNA) genome ranging from ~62 kb to ~65 kb that codes from 65 to 89 proteins. The bacteriophages produced from 27 to 46 particles after 30 minutes of incubation and were pH and heat stable. Bacteriophages exhibited a broad lytic spectrum and were able to infect P. aeruginosa, including multidrug-resistant strains. They also reduced the growth of P. aeruginosa strains in planktonic form, and microbial load and metabolic activity when applied to biofilms associated with endotracheal tubes. Biofilm-coated area were significantly reduced after treatment of mature biofilms with bacteriophages. The in situ application of bacteriophages in endotracheal tubes revealed that the cocktail composed by vB_PaeM_USP_2 and vB_PaeM_USP_18 promoted changes in colonization and biofilm growth processes without, substantially, altering the metabolic activity. Assessing the virulence mechanisms of P. aeruginosa it was observed that the virus promoted changes in P. aeruginosa biofilm growth only up to 8 h of co-incubation. In addition, after 8 h of co-incubation, it was observed that vB_PaeM_USP_1, vB_PaeM_USP_2 and vB_PaeM_USP_3 promoted filamentation of bacterial morphology. Bacteriophage presence did not alter both pyocyanin and protease production by P. aeruginosa. However, changes in the expression level of genes related to virulence factors were detected mainly after 2 and 48 h of co-culture. The lytic activity on multidrug-resistant P. aeruginosa biofilm indicates that isolated bacteriophages in this study may be considered as good candidates for therapeutic studies

Clinical trial for evaluation of Ricinus communis and sodium hypochlorite as denture cleanser

Abstract The development of opportunistic infections due to poor denture hygiene conditions justified the search for effective hygiene protocols for controlling denture biofilm. Objective This study evaluated Ricinus communis and sodium hypochlorite solutions in terms of biofilm removal ability, remission of candidiasis, antimicrobial activity, and participant satisfaction. Material and Methods It was conducted a controlled clinical trial, randomized, double-blind, and crossover. Sixty-four denture wearers with (n=24) and without candidiasis (n=40) were instructed to brush (3 times/day) and immerse their dentures (20 min/day) in different storage solutions (S1 / S2: 0.25% / 0.5% sodium hypochlorite; S3: 10% R. communis; S4: Saline).The trial period for each solution was seven days and a washout period of seven days was used before starting the use of another solution. The variables were analyzed at baseline and after each trial period. The biofilm of inner surfaces of maxillary dentures was disclosed, photographed, and total and dyed areas were measured (Image Tool software). The percentage of biofilm was calculated. Remission of candidiasis was assessed by visual scale and score were attributed. Antimicrobial activity was assessed by the DNA-Checkerboard hybridization method. Patient satisfaction was measured using a questionnaire. Results S1 (4.41±7.98%) and S2 (2.93±5.23%) were more effective then S3 (6.95±10.93%) in biofilm remotion(P<0.0001). All solutions were different from the control (11.07±11.99%). S3 was the most effective solution in remission of candidiasis (50%), followed by S1 (46%). Concerning antimicrobial action, S1/S2 were similar and resulted in the lowest microorganism mean count (P=0.04), followed by S3. No significant differences were found with patient's satisfaction. Conclusions 10% R. communis and 0.25% sodium hypochlorite were effective in biofilm removal, causing remission of candidiasis and reducing the formation of microbial colonies in denture surfaces. All solutions were approved by patients.

Antimicrobial activity of complete denture cleanser solutions based on sodium hypochlorite and Ricinus communis: a randomized clinical study

ABSTRACT To preserve oral health and to maintain the prosthetic devices, it is important not only to improve the properties of commonly known hygiene products, but also to investigate new materials with antimicrobial action. Objectives This study evaluated the antimicrobial activity of sodium hypochlorite (0.25% and 0.50%) and 10% Ricinus communis’ solutions against specific microorganisms. Material and Methods Sixty four maxillary complete denture wearers were instructed to brush their dentures three times a day and to soak them (20 min/day) in the solutions: SH1: 0.25% sodium hypochlorite; SH2: 0.5% sodium hypochlorite; RC: 10% R. communis oil; and C: 0.85% saline (control). The solutions were used for 7 days in a randomized sequence. Following each period of use, there was a 1-week washout period. Antimicrobial activity was determined by Colony Forming Units (CFU) counts of Streptococcus mutans, Candida spp., and gram-negative microorganisms. For collecting biofilm, the internal surface of maxillary dentures was brushed with saline solution, and biofilm suspension obtained. After dilutions (100 - 10-3), aliquots were seeded in Mitis salivarius, CHROMagar Candida®, and MacConkey agar for detecting S. mutans, Candida spp., or gram-negative microorganisms, respectively. After incubation, colonies were counted, and CFU/mL values were calculated. Then, transformation - log10 (CFU+1) - data were analyzed using the Friedman test (α=0.05). Results showed significant differences between the solutions (p<0.001). Results All three solutions showed antimicrobial activity against S. mutans. Against Candida spp., RC and SH1 solutions showed similar effect while SH2 showed superior activity. SH1 and SH2 solutions showed antimicrobial action against gram-negative microorganisms. The Candida species most frequently isolated was C. albicans, followed by C. tropicalis and C. glabrata. Conclusions The 0.5% sodium hypochlorite solution was the most effective and might be used to control denture biofilm. C. albicans was the most frequently isolated Candida sp.

Effects of Denture Cleansers on Heat-Polymerized Acrylic Resin: A Five-Year-Simulated Period of Use

This study evaluated color stability, surface roughness and flexural strength of acrylic resin after immersion in alkaline peroxide and alkaline hypochlorite solutions, simulating a five-year-period of use. Sixty disc-shaped (16x4 mm) and 60 rectangular specimens (65x10x3.3 mm) were prepared from heat-polymerized acrylic resin (Lucitone 550) and assigned to 3 groups (n=20) of immersion (20 min): C1: distilled water; AP: warm water and one alkaline peroxide tablet; SH: 0.5% NaOCl solution. Color data (∆E) were determined by a colorimeter and also quantified according to the National Bureau of Standards units. A rugosimeter was used to measure roughness (μm) and the flexural strength (MPa) was measured using a universal testing machine. Data were evaluated by Kruskal-Wallis followed by Dunn tests (color stability and surface roughness) and by one-way ANOVA and Bonferroni test (flexural strength). For all tests was considered α=0.05. AP {0.79 (0.66;1.42)} caused color alteration significantly higher than C1 {0.45 (0.37;0.57)} and SH {0.34 (0.25;0.42)}. The mean ∆Ε values quantified by NBS were classified as "trace" for C1 (0.43) and SH (0.31) and "slight" for AP (0.96). SH {-0.015 (-0.023;0.003)} caused significantly higher ΔRa than the C1 {0.000 (-0.004;0.010)} and AP {0.000 (-0.009;0.008)} groups. There was no statistically significant difference among the solutions for flexural strength (C1: 84.62±16.00, AP: 85.63±12.99, SH: 84.22±14.72). It was concluded that immersion in alkaline peroxide and NaOCl solutions simulating a five-year of 20 min daily soaking did not cause clinically significant adverse effects on the heat-polymerized acrylic resin.

Este estudo avaliou as alterações de cor, rugosidade de superfície e resistência à flexão de resinas acrílicas após imersão em soluções de peróxido alcalino e hipoclorito alcalino, simulando um período de cinco anos de uso. Sessenta corpos de prova circulares (16 mm x 4 mm) e 60 retangulares (65 mm x 10 mm x 3,3 mm) de resina acrílica termicamente ativada (Lucitone 550) foram distribuídos (n=20) em três grupos de imersão (20 min): C1: água destilada; PA: solução com água morna e uma pastilha de peróxido alcalino; HS: solução de hipoclorito de sódio a 0,5%. A alteração de cor (∆E) foi determinada por meio de colorímetro e também calculada de acordo com unidades da National Bureau of Standards (NBS). Um rugosímetro foi utilizado para mensuração da rugosidade de superfície (μm) e a resistência à flexão (MPa) foi medida utilizando uma máquina universal de ensaios. Os dados foram avaliados pelo teste de Kruskal-Wallis seguido pelo teste de Dunn (estabilidade de cor e rugosidade de superfície) e análise de variância (ANOVA) a um fator seguida pelo teste de Bonferroni (resistência à flexão). Para todos os testes foi considerado α=0,05. PA {0,79 (0,66;1,42)} causou alterações de cor significativamente maiores que C1 {0,45 (0,37;0,57)} e HS {0,34 (0,25;0,42)}. Os valores médios de ∆E quantificados pela NBS foram classificados como "indiciais" para C1 (0,43) e SH (0,31), e "leves" para PA (0,96). O HS {-0,015 (-0,023;0,003)} acarretou maiores valores de ∆Ra que C1 {0,000 (-0,004;0,010)} e PA {0.000 (-0,009;0,008)} Não houve diferença estatística significante entre as soluções para a resistência à flexão (C1: 84,62±16,00, PA: 85,63±12,99, HS: 84,22±14,72). Concluiu-se que imersões em soluções de peróxido alcalino e hipoclorito de sódio simulando imersões diárias de 20 min por um período de cinco anos não causaram efeitos adversos clinicamente significantes sobre a resina acrílica termicamente ativada.

Antimicrobial action of sodium hypochlorite and castor oil solutions for denture cleaning – in vitro evaluation

The objective of this in vitro study was to evaluate the antimicrobial action of sodium hypochlorite (0.25% and 0.50%) and 10% castor oil solutions against specific microorganisms, by counting Colony Forming Units (CFU) of clinically important bacteria and Candida species. Acrylic resin specimens (n = 320; Lucitone 550) were obtained from square metal matrices (10 x 10 x 2 mm), sterilized by microwave (650W, for 6 minutes) and contaminated by Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Candida albicans, Bacillus subtilis, Escherichia coli, Streptococcus mutans, Enterococcus faecalisand Candida glabrata. The specimens were immersed for 20 minutes in one of the following hygiene solutions (n = 10/each): A – 0.25% Sodium hypochlorite; B – 0.5% Sodium hypochlorite; C – 10% Castor oil solution; and D (Control) – saline. Adhered cells were suspended and inoculated into a selective solid medium (37ºC for 24 h). The Student’s t-test (α = 0.05) was performed to compare log10(CFU+1)/mL between Groups C and D. The results showed that sodium hypochlorite (0.25% and 0.5%) completely eliminated all detectable microorganisms. The castor oil solution eliminatedB. subtilisand reduced counts for other strains. Differences between C and D were significant (p < 0.05) for all species except for E. faecalis. Both sodium hypochlorite solutions (0.25% and 0.5%) were effective in eliminating all microorganisms evaluated, and may be useful as cleaning solutions for complete dentures. The castor oil solution provided moderate efficacy and performed differently on the tested species, with the strongest effect on B. subtilis and with non-significant action on E. faecalis.

Color Stability, Surface Roughness and Flexural Strength of an Acrylic Resin Submitted to Simulated Overnight Immersion in Denture Cleansers

This study evaluated color stability, surface roughness and flexural strength of acrylic resin specimens after immersion in alkaline peroxide and alkaline hypochlorite, simulating a period of one and a half year of use of overnight immersion. Sixty disc-shaped (16X4 mm) and 80 rectangular specimens (65X10X3.3 mm) were prepared from heat-polymerized acrylic resin (Lucitone 550) and distributed into 4 groups (n=20): C1: without immersion, C2: 8 h immersion in distilled water; AP: 8 h immersion in alkaline peroxide effervescent tablet; SH: 8 h immersion in 0.5% NaOCl solution. Properties were evaluated at baseline and after the immersion. Color data were also calculated according the National Bureau of Standards (NBS). Results were analyzed statistically by ANOVA and Tukey's HSD test (α=0.05). AP (2.34 ± 0.41) caused color alteration significantly higher than C2 (0.39 ± 0.30) and SH (1.73 ± 0.52). The mean ΔE values were classified as indicial for C2 (0.36 ± 0.29) and noticeable for AP (2.12 ± 0.39) and SH (1.59 ± 0.48). SH (0.0195 ± 0.0150) caused significantly higher ΔRa (p=0.000) than the C2 (0.0005 ± 0.0115) and PA (0.0005 ± 0.0157) groups. There was no statistically significant difference (p=0.063) among the solutions for flexural strength (C1: 105.43 ± 14.93, C2: 100.30 ± 12.43, PA: 97.61 ± 11.09, SH: 95.23 ± 10.18). In conclusion, overnight immersion in denture cleansing solutions simulating a year and a half of use did not alter the flexural strength of acrylic resin but caused noticeable color alterations, higher for alkaline peroxide. The 0.5% NaOCl solution caused increase in surface roughness.

Resumo O estudo avaliou a alteração de cor, rugosidade de superfície e força de flexão de espécimes de resina acrílica após imersão em peróxido alcalino e hipoclorito alcalino, simulando um ano e meio de uso seguindo a imersão noturna. Sessenta espécimes circulares (16 X 4 mm) e oitenta retangulares (65 X 10 X 3,3 mm) de resina acrílica termopolimerizável (Lucitone 550) foram distribuídos em 4 grupos (n=20): C1: sem imersão, C2: 8 h de imersão em água destilada; PA: 8 h de imersão em pastilhas efervescentes de peróxido alcalino; HS: 8 h de imersão em hipoclorito de sódio a 0,5%. As propriedades foram avaliadas antes e após as imersões. Os dados de alteração de cor também foram calculados de acordo com o National Bureau of Standards (NBS). Os dados foram analisados estatisticamente pelo teste ANOVA e Tukey HSD (α=0,05). O PA (2,34 ± 0,41) causou alteração de cor significativamente maior que C2 (0,39 ± 0,30) e SH (1,73 ± 0,2). A média ΔE foi classificada como indicial para C2 (0,36 ± 0,29) e perceptível para PA (2,12 ± 0,39) e HS (1,59 ± 0,48). HS (0,0195 ± 0,0150) causou significantemente maior ΔRa (p=0) do que os demais (C2: 0,0005 ± 0,0115 e PA: 0,0005 ± 0,0157). Não houve diferença estatisticamente significante (p=0,063) entre as soluções para a resistência à flexão (C1: 105,43 ± 14,93; C2: 100,30 ± 12,43, PA: 97,61 ± 11,09, HS: 95,23 ± 10,18). A imersão noturna em soluções higienizadores de próteses simulando um ano e meio de uso não alterou a resistência à flexão da resina acrílica, porém causou alterações perceptíveis de cor, sendo maiores com o peróxido alcalino. O hipoclorito de sódio a 0,5% ...