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Ribeirão Preto; s.n; 2021. 104 p. ilus.
Thesis in Portuguese | LILACS, BDENF | ID: biblio-1379566

ABSTRACT

A biossegurança na odontologia visa o enfrentamento da contaminação cruzada e o biofilme em linhas d'água de equipos odontológicos. O objetivo deste estudo foi investigar, na perspectiva física, química, mecânica e biológica, um protocolo de uso de produtos químicos com possível aplicabilidade nas linhas d'água de equipos odontológicos para melhoria e manutenção da qualidade da água. O protocolo com produtos químicos (Produto A - ácido cítrico + cloreto de sódio; Produto B - bicarbonato de sódio + cloreto de sódio; Produto AB - ácido cítrico + bicarbonato de sódio + cloreto de sódio) foi empregado em corpos de prova de aço inoxidável que, posteriormente, foram submetidos aos ensaios de microdureza e corrosão. Ainda, ensaios de cor, microdureza, rugosidade e de atividade antibiofilme [biomassa total (cristal violeta), atividade metabólica (XTT), viabilidade por meio de corante fluorescente e microscopia confocal de varredura à laser, bem como morfologia estrutural do biofilme por microscopia eletrônica de varredura (MEV)] foram realizados em corpos de prova de poliuretana. As cepas padrão empregadas para avaliar a atividade antibiofilme monoespécie foram Pseudomonas aeruginosa (ATCC 27853), Staphylococcus aureus (ATCC 29923) e Escherichia coli (ATCC 25922). Com relação à alteração da microdureza no aço inoxidável, após a imersão simulada por 1 e 2 anos nos Produtos (A+B+AB), não houve diferença dos resultados com o grupo controle (água). Decorrida a exposição aos produtos e grupo controle, a maioria das amostras de aço inoxidável apresentou tendência à corrosão. Ainda, houve alterações de cor, microdureza e rugosidade nas superfícies de poliuretana após a imersão simulada por 1 e 2 anos dos produtos e do grupo controle. A avaliação da biomassa dos biofilmes indicou que o Produto A (p=0,003) e o Produto AB (p=0,019) reduziram significativamente o biofilme de P. aeruginosa em comparação com o controle. Por outro lado, a avaliação da biomassa do biofilme formado por S. aureus sugeriu que o Produto B (p=0,018) promoveu maior ação antibiofilme. Em relação aos biofilmes formados por E. coli, o Produto A (p=0,001) e o uso sequencial dos Produtos A+B+AB (p=0,021) mostraram os melhores resultados. Para o XTT em comparação com o controle, os tratamentos com o Produto A (p=0,001), o Produto AB (p<0,001) e o uso sequencial dos Produtos A+B+AB (p=0,002) reduziram significativamente a atividade metabólica do biofilme de P. aeruginosa. No biofilme formado por S. aureus, contrariando os resultados observados na avaliação da biomassa, o Produto B não promoveu alterações significantes na atividade metabólica (Produto A: p<0,001; Produto AB: p=0,007; uso sequencial dos Produtos A+B+AB: p<0,001). Considerando o biofilme formado por E. coli, observou-se que o Produto B (p=0,046), o Produto AB (p<0,001) e o uso sequencial dos Produtos A+B+AB (p<0,001) promoveram redução da atividade metabólica. Observou-se redução significativa do biofilme total após o emprego dos produtos (p<0,001), em relação ao controle. Apesar da redução significativa, ainda se observou agregados de biofilme residual, cobrindo extensa porção das superfícies, mesmo após o uso dos produtos. Considerando a quantidade de células vivas de P. aeruginosa e E. coli, o Produto A e o Produto B, isolados ou em conjunto demostraram resultados semelhantes. Além disso, o Produto AB e o uso sequencial dos Produtos A+B+AB não promoveu diferença na quantidade de células vivas de S. aureus, em comparação ao controle, indicando que a combinação dos produtos não potencializou a atividade antibiofilme. Em conclusão, os produtos analisados nesta pesquisa mostraram potencial inovador para o enfrentamento do biofilme linha d'água dos equipos odontológicos, preservando as propriedades físicas, químicas e mecânicas dos materiais.


Biosafety in dentistry aims to combat cross-contamination and biofilm on dental unit waterlines. The aim of this study was to investigate, from a physical, chemical, mechanical, and biological perspective, a protocol for the use of chemical products with possible applicability in dental unit waterlines to improve and maintain water quality. The protocol with chemicals (Product A - citric acid + sodium chloride; Product B - sodium bicarbonate + sodium chloride; Product AB - citric acid + sodium bicarbonate + sodium chloride) was used in stainless steel specimens which, later, were subjected to microhardness and corrosion tests. Moreover, color, microhardness, roughness and antibiofilm activity tests [total biomass (crystal violet), metabolic activity (XTT), viability by means of fluorescent dye and confocal laser scanning microscopy, as well as structural morphology of biofilm by scanning electron microscopy (SEM)] were performed on polyurethane specimens. The standard strains used to assess monospecies antibiofilm activity were Pseudomonas aeruginosa (ATCC 27853), Staphylococcus aureus (ATCC 29923) and Escherichia coli (ATCC 25922). Regarding the microhardness change in stainless-steel, after simulated immersion for 1 and 2 years in Products (A+B+AB), there was no difference in the results with the control group (water). After exposure to the products and control group, most stainless-steel samples showed a tendency to corrosion. Furthermore, there were changes in color, microhardness, and roughness on the polyurethane surfaces after simulated immersion for 1 and 2 years of the products and the control group. Biofilm biomass evaluation indicated that Product A (p=0.003) and Product AB (p=0.019) significantly reduced P. aeruginosa biofilm compared to the control. On the other hand, the evaluation of the biomass of the biofilm formed by S. aureus suggested that Product B (p=0.018) promoted greater antibiofilm action. Regarding biofilms formed by E. coli, Product A (p=0.001) and the sequential use of Products A+B+AB (p=0.021) showed the best results. For XTT compared to the control, treatments with Product A (p=0.001), Product AB (p<0.001) and sequential use of Products A+B+AB (p=0.002) significantly reduced metabolic activity from the biofilm of P. aeruginosa. In the biofilm formed by S. aureus, contrary to the results observed in the biomass assessment, Product B did not promote significant changes in metabolic activity (Product A: p<0.001; Product AB: p=0.007; sequential use of Products A+B+ AB: p<0.001). Considering the biofilm formed by E. coli, it was observed that Product B (p=0.046), Product AB (p<0.001) and the sequential use of Products A+B+AB (p<0.001) promoted a metabolic activity reduction. There was a significant reduction in the total biofilm after using the products (p<0.001), compared to the control. Despite the significant reduction, residual biofilm aggregates were still observed, covering a large portion of the surfaces, even after using the products. Considering the amount of living cells of P. aeruginosa and E. coli, Product A and Product B, alone or together, showed similar results. In addition, Product AB and the sequential use of Products A+B+AB did not promote difference in the amount of living S. aureus cells, compared to the control, indicating that the combination of products did not enhance the antibiofilm activity. In conclusion, the products analyzed in this research showed innovative potential for facing the biofilm on dental unit waterline, preserving the physical, chemical, and mechanical properties of the materials.


Subject(s)
Water Pollution/prevention & control , Water Quality , Biofilms , Water Disinfection , Dental Disinfectants
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Odovtos (En línea) ; 22(3)dic. 2020.
Article in English | LILACS, SaludCR | ID: biblio-1386494

ABSTRACT

Abstract Avoiding biofilm formation on dentures is associated with maintaining the surface properties of acrylic-based dentures. The aim of the study is to investigate the effects of two different cleaning agents (Corega and Klorhex 0.2% chlorhexidine gluconate) on surface roughness of the denture regarding efficacy of curing procedures. A total of sixty disc-shaped specimens were prepared with two different methods as long and short curing processes. The specimens were divided into subgroups according to the immersion solutions (distilled water, Corega tablet group and Klorhex 0.2% chlorhexidine gluconate group) (n=10). The samples were kept in a solution for 8 hours per day during a month. The average Ra1 (before exposure to the cleanser agent) and Ra2 (after exposure to the cleanser agent) of each sample was measured. A two- way ANOVA and post hoc Tukey test was used for statistical analysis. The solutions significantly increased the Ra values in both acrylic groups (p0.05). The long-term curing time is highly effective in decreasing the surface roughness of the acrylic base material.


Resumen Evitar la formación de biopelículas en las prótesis dentales se asocia con el mantenimiento de las propiedades de la superficie de las prótesis de base acrílica. El objetivo del estudio es investigar los efectos de dos agentes de limpieza diferentes (Corega y Klorhex 0,2% gluconato de clorhexidina) en la rugosidad de la superficie de la dentadura postiza en cuanto a la eficacia de los procedimientos de curado. Se prepararon un total de sesenta muestras en forma de disco con dos métodos diferentes como procesos de curado largos y cortos. Las muestras se dividieron en subgrupos según las soluciones de inmersión (agua destilada, grupo de pastillas Corega y grupo de gluconato de clorhexidina al 0,2%) (n=10). Las muestras se mantuvieron en una solución durante 8 horas al día durante un mes. Se midió el promedio de Ra1 (antes de la exposición al agente de limpieza) y Ra2 (después de la exposición al agente de limpieza) de cada muestra. Para el análisis estadístico se utilizó un ANOVA de dos vías y una prueba post hoc de Tukey. Las soluciones aumentaron significativamente los valores de Ra en ambos grupos acrílicos (p 0,05). El tiempo de curado a largo plazo es muy eficaz para disminuir la rugosidad de la superficie del material de base acrílica.


Subject(s)
Dental Prosthesis , Dental Disinfectants , Oral Hygiene
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Rev. Fac. Odontol. Porto Alegre ; 61(1): 27-35, jan-jun. 2020.
Article in Portuguese | LILACS, BBO | ID: biblio-1417638

ABSTRACT

Durante o atendimento odontológico, o paciente pode ser exposto a várias fontes de contaminações, por isso a equipe odontológica deve sempre implementar ações de biossegurança. Materiais não autoclaváveis, como os tubetes anestésicos, necessitam ser desinfetados previamente ao seu uso, pois não são estéreis, podendo transmitir patógenos entre os pacientes. Este estudo objetivou avaliar e comparar a eficácia de três soluções desinfetantes na redução da carga microbiana em tubetes de anestésicos odontológicos. Os tubetes anestésicos (n = 31) foram escolhidos aleato-riamente e submetidos a diferentes métodos e agentes desinfetantes (Álcool 70%, Dióxido de Cloro 7%; Cloreto de benzalcônio 5,2% com Polihexametileno biguanida 3,5%). Após a desinfecção por métodos de imersão ou fricção, os tubetes foram semeados em meio de cultura contendo caldo tripticase de soja e incubados (48h/37 ºC). Amostras do meio de cultura líquido foram repicadas e semeadas em ágar tripticase de soja, incubado durante 48h a 37 ºC. O crescimento microbiano foi observado pela presença de unidades formadoras de colônias (UFCs) crescidas no ágar. O estudo concluiu que os produtos Álcool 70% e Cloreto de benzalcônio 5,2% com Polihexametileno biguanida 3,5% demostraram ser mais eficazes na eliminação da carga microbiana dos tubetes pelo método de fricção, e que realmente os tubetes anestésicos tem sua superfície externa contaminada. O estudo comprovou ser o método de fricção do agente desinfetante mais eficaz na redução da carga microbiana comparado a imersão. Dos agentes testados, o Dióxido de Cloro 7% não demonstrou um nível de desinfecção satisfatório.


During dental care, the patient may be exposed to various sources of contamination, so the dental team should always implement biosecurity actions. Non-autoclavable materials such as anesthetic cartridges need to be di-sinfected prior to use because they are not sterile and can transmit pathogens between patients. This study aimed to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of three disinfectant solutions to reduce microbial load in dental anesthetic cartridges. Anesthetic cartridges (n = 31) were randomly chosen and submitted to different methods and disinfectants (70% Alcohol, 7% Chlorine Dioxide; 5.2% Benzalkonium Chloride with 3.5% Polyhexamethylene Biguanide). After immersion or friction methods of disinfection, the tubes were seeded in culture medium containing trypticase soy broth and incubated (48h/37 ºC). Samples of liquid culture medium were picked and seeded in trypticase soy agar, incubated for 48h at 37 ºC. Microbial growth was observed by the number of colonies forming units (CFUs) grown on the agar. The study concluded that 70% Alcohol and 5.2% Benzalko-nium Chloride with 3.5% Polyhexamethylene biguanide have been shown to be most effective in eliminating the microbial contamination of the cartridges by the friction method, and that the anesthetic cartridges actually have contamination of their external surface. The study proved that the friction method is most effective in reducing microbial load compared to immersion. Of the agents tested, 7% Chlorine Dioxide did not show a satisfactory level of disinfection.


Subject(s)
Disinfection/methods , Containment of Biohazards/methods , Dental Disinfectants/analysis , Benzalkonium Compounds , Ethanol , Chlorine Dioxide
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Acta odontol. latinoam ; 33(1): 45-49, June 2020. graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-1130732

ABSTRACT

ABSTRACT The guttapercha cones used in endodontic treatment are produced in aseptic conditions and their composition includes zinc oxide, which is responsible for antibacterial activity. However, there is the possibility of microbial contamination by manipulation, aerosol or during storage. Although several chemical agents have been tested for their decontamination, there is no consensus on the best disinfection protocol to be used. The aim of this study was to evaluate the decontamination of guttapercha cones contaminated with the bacteria Enterococcus faecalis, by using chlorhexidine digluconate (CHX) and sodium hypochlorite (NaClO) at different concentrations for short exposure times. For this purpose, guttapercha cones (size 40) were selected at random from a sealed box and immersed for 1 min in a microbial suspension. Then they were immersed in specific Petri dishes for different groups containing: CHX 2%, NaClO 1% or NaClO 2.5% for 30 s or 1 min, and subsequently placed in tubes containing BHI broth. After incubating the tubes for 48 h, it was observed that 1% and 2.5% NaClO and 2% CHX were effective for decontaminating the cones at those exposure time intervals. Microbial growth was detected in one of the replicates of the group with CHX applied for 30 s. To prevent the possibility of failures at this stage, the exposure time of guttapercha cones to the decontaminating agent should not be reduced.


RESUMO Os cones de gutapercha utilizados no tratamento endodôntico são produzidos em condições assépticas e possuem óxido de zinco em sua composição, responsável pela atividade antibac te riana. No entanto, existe a possibilidade de contaminação microbiana por manipulação, aerossol ou seu armazenamento. Embora vários agentes químicos já tenham sido testados para sua descontaminação, não há consenso sobre o melhor proto colo de desinfecção a ser usado. Nosso objetivo foi avaliar a descontaminação de cones de gutapercha contaminados com a bactéria Enterococcus faecalis, utilizando digluconato de clorexidina (CHX) e hipoclorito de sódio (NaClO) em diferentes concentrações e tempos de exposição curtos. Para esse fim, 40 cones de gutapercha foram selecionados aleatoriamente, de uma caixa selada e imersos por 1 min em uma suspensão microbiana. Em seguida, foram imersos em placas de Petri específicas para diferentes grupos contendo: CHX 2%, NaClO 1% ou 2,5%, nos tempos de exposição de 30s e 1min e subseqüentemente imersos em tubos contendo caldo BHI. Após incubação dos tubos por 48 h, observouse que NaClO 1% e 2,5% e CHX 2% foram eficazes para a descontaminação dos cones nesses intervalos de tempo de exposição. Em uma das réplicas do grupo com CHX aplicado por 30s foi detectado crescimento microbiano. O tempo de exposição dos cones de gutapercha ao agente de desconta minação não deve ser reduzido para evitar a possibilidade de falhas nesse estágio.


Subject(s)
Humans , Root Canal Irrigants/pharmacology , Sodium Hypochlorite/pharmacology , Chlorhexidine/analogs & derivatives , Sterilization/methods , Decontamination/methods , Enterococcus faecalis/drug effects , Dental Disinfectants/pharmacology , Gutta-Percha , Root Canal Filling Materials , Root Canal Irrigants/administration & dosage , Sodium Hypochlorite/administration & dosage , Chlorhexidine/pharmacology , Equipment Contamination/prevention & control , Enterococcus faecalis/isolation & purification , Dental Disinfectants/administration & dosage , Anti-Infective Agents, Local
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Rev. odontol. UNESP (Online) ; 49: e20200021, 2020. tab, ilus
Article in English | LILACS, BBO | ID: biblio-1139429

ABSTRACT

Introduction: The sterilization and disinfection procedures should be adapted to the chemical profile of the metal alloys present in the instruments. Objective: This study aimed to perform a micrographic assessment on the surface characteristics of the widia of orthodontic pliers with two alloy compositions subjected to the action of 0.2% peracetic acid and intensive use. Material and method: Twenty distal cutting pliers were divided into two groups (n=10) according to widia composition (%wt): W1- 85% to 87% of tungsten carbide (TC) and other components in the proportion of 13% to 15% and W2 - 87.5% to 88.5% of tungsten carbide and 11.5% to 12.5% for other components. All the pliers were assessed in a stereoscopic magnifying glass (32x) after three treatments: before use (T0); after cutting 100 segments of rectangular stainless-steel wires - intensive use (T1); and after 100 sterilization cycles in 0.2% peracetic acid and intensive use (T2). The cutting sites of all pliers were standardized. Widia regions were defined by line "A" representing T1 and line "B" representing T2. A frequency distribution table and Fisher's exact test (α=0.05) was performed. We assessed two widia from each composition and treatment in SEM and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS/SEM). Result: The results showed that W1 pliers presented significantly fewer defects after the sterilization cycles with peracetic acid and intensive use than W2 pliers (p=0.0198). There were no differences between both pliers after intensive use (p=1.000). Conclusion: The SEM images and EDS analyses showed changes in widia surfaces after the different treatments. Widia composition affected the resistance of the orthodontic pliers after sterilization cycles with 0.2% peracetic acid and intensive use.


Introdução: Os procedimentos de esterilização e desinfecção devem ser adaptados ao perfil químico das ligas metálicas presentes nos instrumentos. Objetivo: O objetivo do estudo foi realizar uma avaliação micrográfica das características da superfície da widia de alicates ortodônticos com duas composições de ligas submetidas à ação de ácido peracético a 0,2% e uso intensivo. Material e método: Vinte alicates de corte distal foram divididos em dois grupos (n=10), de acordo com a composição widia (% em peso): W1- 85% a 87% de carboneto de tungstênio e outros componentes na proporção de 13% a 15% e W2 - 87,5% a 88,5% de carboneto de tungstênio e 11,5% a 12,5% para outros componentes. Os alicates foram avaliados em uma lupa estereoscópica (32x) após três tratamentos: antes do uso (T0); após corte de 100 segmentos de fios retangulares de aço inoxidável- uso intensivo (T1); após 100 ciclos de esterilização em ácido peracético a 0,2% e uso intensivo (T2). Os locais de corte dos alicates foram definidos pela linha "A" representando T1 e pela linha "B" representando T2. Foi realizada uma tabela de distribuição de frequências e o teste exato de Fisher (α=0,05). As widias foram avaliadas em MEV e Espectroscopia de Energia Dispersiva. Resultado: Os alicates W1 apresentaram defeitos significativamente menores após os ciclos de esterilização com ácido peracético e uso intensivo do que os alicates W2 (p=0,0198). Não houve diferenças entre os dois alicates após uso intensivo (p=1.000). Conclusão: As imagens de MEV/EDS mostraram alterações nas superfícies widia após os diferentes tratamentos. A composição widia afetou a resistência do alicate ortodôntico após ciclos de esterilização com ácido peracético a 0,2% e uso intensivo.


Subject(s)
Orthodontics , Spectrum Analysis , Microscopy, Electron, Scanning , Sterilization , Disinfection , Dental Disinfectants , Dental Instruments
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Rev. Eugenio Espejo ; 12(1): 44-52, Jun.- 2018.
Article in Spanish | LILACS | ID: biblio-980678

ABSTRACT

El presente estudio comprende el análisis y la eliminación de los microorganismos presentes en los sistemas de irrigación de las unidades dentales de la Universidad Nacional de Chimbo-razo, el mismo tiene como finalidad la reducción de contaminación microbiana. Se procedió a tomar muestras del agua del sistema de irrigación que recorre por la jeringa triple de diez unidades dentales escogidas al azar, la recolección se realizó en un solo día, en envases estéri-les y fueron trasladados de manera inmediata hacia los laboratorios de la facultad de Ciencias Químicas de la UNACH- L.S.A. El análisis de la carga microbiana se realizó a través de un procedimiento in vitro en el laboratorio con cultivos sembrados en agar nutritivo de marca comercial Difco, se interpretaron los resultados, se verificó si estos valores están dentro de los parámetros internacionales para el uso y consumo humano, confirmando que existen valores mayores a las 200 UFC/ml. Finalmente, se procedió a la desinfección del agua, la que se realizó con hipoclorito de sodio al 5% y con digluconato de clorhexidina al 2%, cinco unidades detales para cada desinfectante respectivamente, se repitió el procedimiento de recolección de muestras así como también de análisis microbiológico post desinfección, se verificaron los resultados y se comparó la efectividad entre los desinfectantes empleados en la investigación, obtenido ausencia de UFC/ml para cada sustancia utilizada, dando el mante-nimiento al agua de los sistemas de irrigación.


A comparative observational study was carried out in the Dental Clinic of Universidad Nacional de Chimborazo (UNACH), during the academic period October 2015 - February 2016. The object of study was given by the existing microbial load in the irrigation system of 10 dental units; as well as the effect of 5% sodium hypochlorite and chlorhexidine diglucona-te on it. The samples were collected in two moments: after disinfection and after procedure performed. The intakes were made at the distal end of the irrigation systems of the triple syringe of the dental units, eliminating the amount of water that runs through the whole pipe and then obtaining the sample without interrupting the water flow in a sterile bottle. A total of 10 samples were collected, one from each dental unit, immediately closing the bottle and transferring them to the UNACH laboratory for processing. Before carrying out the disinfec-tion process, the laboratory results showed microbial contamination figures in the irrigation systems of the dental units above the acceptable values of CFU (Colony Forming Units). The use of 5% sodium hypochlorite and 2% chlorhexidine digluconate showed the effectiveness of these substances as antimicrobials in the disinfection of irrigation systems of dental units with similar levels of effectiveness in this regard.


Subject(s)
Humans , Sodium Hypochlorite , Disinfection , Dental Disinfectants , Therapeutic Irrigation , Equipment Contamination , Dental Clinics , Anti-Infective Agents
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Acta odontol. latinoam ; 30(1): 13-18, 2017. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-907402

ABSTRACT

This study compared the surface detail reproduction anddimensional accuracy of molds after disinfection using 2% sodium hypochlorite, 2% chlorhexidine digluconate or 0.2% peracetic acid to those of molds that were not disinfected, forfour elastomeric impression materials: polysulfide (Light Bodied Permlastic), polyether (Impregum Soft), polydimethylsiloxane(Oranwash L) and polyvinylsiloxane (Aquasil Ultra LV). Themolds were prepared on a matrix by applying pressure, using aperforated metal tray. The molds were removed followingpolymerization and either disinfected (by soaking in one of thesolutions for 15 minutes) or not disinfected. The samples werethus divided into 16 groups (n=5). Surface detail reproductionand dimensional accuracy were evaluated using opticalmicroscopy to assess the 20 ­µm line over its entire 25 mm length. The dimensional accuracy results (%) were subjectedto analysis of variance (ANOVA) and the means were comparedby Tukey’s test (α=5%). The 20 ­µm line was completelyreproduced by all elastomeric impression materials, regardlessof disinfection procedure. There was no significant difference between the control group and molds disinfected with peraceticacid for the elastomeric materials Impregum Soft (polyether)and Aquasil Ultra LV (polyvinylsiloxane). The high­leveldisinfectant peracetic acid would be the choice material for disinfection.


Este estudo comparou a reprodução de detalhes da superfície e estabilidade dimensional de moldes obtidos após desinfecção utilizando hipoclorito de sódio 2%, digluconato de clorexidina 2%, ou ácido peracético 0,2% a moldes que não foram desinfetados com quatro elastômeros: polissulfeto (Light Bodied Permlastic), polieter (Impregum Soft), silicona reação porcondensação (Oranwash L) e silicona reação por adição (Aquasil Ultra LV). Os moldes foram preparados sobre matriz conten dolinhas de 20, 50 e 75 µm realizado sob pressão com moldeirade metal perfurada. Os moldes foram removidos após a polimerização e desinfetados (utilizando uma das soluções porimersão, armazenados em frascos fechados durante 15 minutos)ou não desinfetados. Assim, as amostras foram divididas em 16grupos (n=5). A reprodução detalhes da superfície e a precisão dimensional foram avaliadas usando microscopia óptica na linha 20 µm com 25 mm de comprimento, de acordo com a norma ISO 4823. Os resultados de precisão dimensional (%) foram submetidos à análise de variância (A NOVA) e as médias comparadas pelo teste de Tukey com 5% de nível de significância. A linha de 20 µm foi completamente reproduzida por todos os elastômeros, independentemente do processo de desinfecção. Não houve diferença estatisticamente significativa entre o grupo controle e moldes desinfetados com acido peracético para os elastômeros Impregum Soft (polieter) e Aquasil Ultra LV (siliconareação por adição). O desinfetante de alto nível ácido peracético seria o material de escolha para a desinfecção.


Subject(s)
Humans , Dental Impression Materials , Models, Dental , Dental Disinfectants/chemistry , Surface Properties , Analysis of Variance , Chlorhexidine/chemistry , Dimensional Measurement Accuracy , Edetic Acid/chemistry , Elastomers/classification , Microscopy/methods , Data Interpretation, Statistical , Siloxanes/classification , Sodium Hypochlorite/chemistry , Sulfides/classification
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Rev. clín. periodoncia implantol. rehabil. oral (Impr.) ; 9(2): 132-139, ago. 2016. ilus, tab, graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-794508

ABSTRACT

Aim To evaluate the release of sodium hypochlorite from three different commercial brands of heat-polymerized acrylic resin immersed in water and submitted to mechanical or chemical polishing after disinfection with hypochlorite at different concentrations. Material and methods Fifty-four disk-shaped specimens (n = 18) were made for each resin (Lucitone 550, QC-20, and Classico) and assigned to two groups according to the type of polishing. Specimens were divided in three sub-groups in relation to sodium hypochlorite concentration (1%, 2.5%, and 5.25%), and the groups were immersed for 10-min periods in each sodium hypochlorite concentration. The electrochemical method used for detecting the release of sodium hypochlorite in each specimen was the cyclic voltammetry. Results In the specimens of Clássico resin polished mechanically and immersed in 5.25% sodium hypochlorite, as well as Lucitone and QC-20 resins immersed in 2.5%, the amounts of disinfectant solution released in the four 15-min water exchanges were higher than the four 60-min exchanges. Conclusion There were differences in hypochlorite release from the three commercial brands of denture-base acrylic resins subjected to mechanical polishing. However, no hypochlorite release from the same resins was observed when they were subjected to chemical polishing.


Objetivo Evaluar la liberación de hipoclorito de sodio de 3 marcas comerciales diferentes de resinas termo-polimerizadas sumergidas en agua, y sometidas a pulido mecánico o químico después de la desinfección con hipoclorito a diferentes concentraciones. Material y métodos Cincuenta y cuatro especímenes en forma de disco (n = 18) fueron confeccionados para cada resina (Lucitone 550, QC-20 y Clássico) y asignados a 2 grupos de acuerdo con el tipo de pulido. Las muestras se dividieron en 3 subgrupos en relación con la concentración de hipoclorito de sodio (1, 2,5 y 5,25%), y los grupos se sumergieron durante períodos de 10 min en cada concentración de hipoclorito de sodio. El método electroquímico usado para la detección de la liberación de hipoclorito de sodio en cada espécimen fue a través de voltametría cíclica. Resultados En las muestras pulidas mecánicamente de resina Clássico inmerso en hipoclorito de sodio al 5,25%, así como en las resinas Lucitone y QC-20 inmersas a 2,5%, la cantidad de solución desinfectante liberada en los 4 intercambios de agua de 15 min fue superior a los 4 de 60 min. Conclusión Hubo diferencias en la liberación de hipoclorito de las 3 marcas comerciales de resinas acrílicas sometidas a pulido mecánico. Sin embargo, no se observó liberación de hipoclorito en las mismas resinas cuando se sometieron a pulido químico.


Subject(s)
Humans , Resins, Synthetic , Sodium Hypochlorite/chemistry , Dentures , Dental Disinfectants/chemistry , Time Factors , Acrylic Resins
9.
Braz. oral res. (Online) ; 30(1): e6, 2016. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-768257

ABSTRACT

The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy of using a dishwasher or different chemical agents, including 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate, 2% sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl), a mouthrinse containing essential oils and alcohol, and 50% white vinegar, for toothbrush disinfection. Sixty volunteers were divided into five experimental groups and one control group (n = 10). Participants brushed their teeth using toothbrushes with standard bristles, and they disinfected the toothbrushes according to instructed methods. Bacterial contamination of the toothbrushes was compared between the experimental groups and the control group. Data were analyzed by Kruskal–Wallis and Duncan's multiple range tests, with 95% confidence intervals for multiple comparisons. Bacterial contamination of toothbrushes from individuals in the experimental groups differed from those in the control group (p < 0.05). The most effective method for elimination of all tested bacterial species was 50% white vinegar, followed in order by 2% NaOCl, mouthrinse containing essential oils and alcohol, 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate, dishwasher use, and tap water (control). The results of this study show that the most effective method for disinfecting toothbrushes was submersion in 50% white vinegar, which is cost-effective, easy to access, and appropriate for household use.


Subject(s)
Humans , Dental Devices, Home Care/microbiology , Disinfection/methods , Toothbrushing/instrumentation , Acetic Acid/chemistry , Anti-Bacterial Agents/chemistry , Colony Count, Microbial , Chlorhexidine/chemistry , Dental Disinfectants/chemistry , Escherichia coli/drug effects , Immersion , Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus/drug effects , Statistics, Nonparametric , Staphylococcus aureus/drug effects , Streptococcus mutans/drug effects , Time Factors
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Int. j. odontostomatol. (Print) ; 9(3): 519-524, dic. 2015. ilus
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-775481

ABSTRACT

The objective of this study was to evaluate the knowledge applied by dental students on the procedures of disinfection, tempering and pouring of irreversible hydrocolloid impressions. This study was conducted through a questionnaire to 86 undergraduate students, of both genders, of the eighth and ninth period of the School of Dentistry, Pontifical Catholic University, Belo Horizonte, MG. The questionnaire contained 12 multiple choice questions about clinical and laboratory procedures for dental impression. Analyzed data were descriptively and qualitatively. Most subjects (70%) stated they did disinfection of dental impression with 1% sodium hypochlorite spray. However, they did it in open containers (75.4%) and with time control (68.6%). The ratio water / powder is randomly conducted by most students (60.5%), and tap water is the one most commonly used (95.3%). The mixing of the calcium sulfate is done manually by nearly all students (97.7%), and use vibrator during the pouring of the calcium sulfate is common among undergraduates (60.5%). The setting of the calcium sulfate takes place predominantly exposed to air (93%) and the removal of the model is made ??between 30 and 60 min after pouring by 84.9% of students. These results point to the need for awareness of students of adopting practices transmitted during the undergraduate degree. It is also necessary to investigate the possible causes of knowledge transmission problems and how to effectively adopt good clinical practices.


El objetivo fue evaluar el conocimiento aplicado por estudiantes de odontología en los procedimientos de desinfección, templado y vaciado de las impresiones de hidrocoloides irreversibles. Este estudio se llevó a cabo a través de un cuestionario a 86 estudiantes de pregrado, de ambos sexos, del octavo y noveno período de la Escuela de Odontología de la Pontificia Universidad Católica, Belo Horizonte, MG. El cuestionario contenía 12 preguntas de opción múltiple acerca de los procedimientos clínicos y de laboratorio para impresión dental. Los datos fueron analizados de manera descriptiva y cualitativa. La mayoría de los sujetos (70%) declararon que hicieron desinfección de la impresión dental con pulverización de hipoclorito de sodio al 1%. Sin embargo, lo hicieron en recipientes abiertos (75,4%) y con un control de tiempo (68,6%). La relación agua/polvo se realizó de manera aleatoria por la mayoría de los estudiantes (60,5%), utilizando principalmente agua del grifo (95,3%). La mezcla del sulfato de calcio se realiza manualmente por casi todos los estudiantes (97,7%) y el uso del vibrador durante el vertido del sulfato de calcio es común (60,5%). El ajuste del sulfato de calcio tiene lugar predominantemente en exposición al aire (93%), la remoción del modelo se hace entre 30 y 60 min después del vaciado por un 84,9% de los estudiantes. Estos resultados apuntan a la necesidad de que los estudiantes tomen conciencia de las prácticas transmitidas durante la licenciatura. También es necesario investigar las posibles causas de los problemas de transmisión de conocimiento y cómo aplicar efectivamente las buenas prácticas clínicas.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Female , Students, Dental , Clinical Competence , Dental Disinfectants/administration & dosage , Infection Control, Dental/methods , Dental Impression Materials , Sodium Hypochlorite/administration & dosage , Disinfection , Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice , Equipment Contamination , Surveys and Questionnaires , Alginates/administration & dosage , Learning
11.
Dental press j. orthod. (Impr.) ; 20(3): 96-100, May-Jun/2015. tab, graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-751409

ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVE: To investigate the effects of different sterilization/disinfection methods on the mechanical properties of orthodontic elastomeric chains. METHODS: Segments of elastomeric chains with 5 links each were sent for sterilization by cobalt 60 (Co60) (20 KGy) gamma ray technology. After the procedure, the elastomeric chains were contaminated with clinical samples of Streptococcus mutans. Subsequently, the elastomeric chains were submitted to sterilization/disinfection tests carried out by means of different methods, forming six study groups, as follows: Group 1 (control - without contamination), Group 2 (70°GL alcohol), Group 3 (autoclave), Group 4 (ultraviolet), Group 5 (peracetic acid) and Group 6 (glutaraldehyde). After sterilization/disinfection, the effectiveness of these methods, by Colony forming units per mL (CFU/mL), and the mechanical properties of the material were assessed. Student's t-test was used to assess the number of CFUs while ANOVA and Tukey's test were used to assess elastic strength. RESULTS: Ultraviolet treatment was not completely effective for sterilization. No loss of mechanical properties occurred with the use of the different sterilization methods (p > 0.05). CONCLUSION: Biological control of elastomeric chains does not affect their mechanical properties. .


OBJETIVO: verificar os efeitos de diferentes métodos de esterilização/desinfecção nas propriedades mecânicas de elásticos ortodônticos em cadeia. MÉTODOS: segmentos de elástico em cadeia com 5 elos cada foram enviados para esterilização em radiação gama com cobalto 60 (20 KGy). Após esterilização, esses foram contaminados com amostras clínicas de Streptococcus mutans. Passado esse período, foram submetidos aos testes de esterilização/desinfecção por diferentes métodos, formando seis grupos de estudo, assim denominados: Grupo 1 (controle - sem ter sido contaminado), Grupo 2 (álcool 70°GL), Grupo 3 (autoclave), Grupo 4 (ultravioleta), Grupo 5 (ácido peracético) e Grupo 6 (glutaraldeído). Após esterilização/desinfecção, avaliou-se a efetividade desses métodos, por meio de contagem de unidades formadoras de colônias por mL (UFC/mL), e as propriedades mecânicas desses materiais. Utilizou-se o teste t de Student para avaliar o número de UFC, além do ANOVA e, posteriormente, do teste de Tukey para avaliação da força. RESULTADOS: verificou-se que o ultravioleta não obteve eficácia total quanto à esterilização. E não ocorreu perda das propriedades mecânicas dos elásticos, com os diferentes métodos de esterilização utilizados (p > 0,05). CONCLUSÃO: o controle biológico de elásticos em cadeia não interfere nas suas propriedades mecânicas. .


Subject(s)
Humans , Orthodontic Appliances/microbiology , Sterilization/methods , Elastomers/chemistry , Dental Materials/chemistry , Peracetic Acid/therapeutic use , Streptococcus mutans/drug effects , Streptococcus mutans/radiation effects , Stress, Mechanical , Time Factors , Ultraviolet Rays , Materials Testing , Disinfection/methods , Glutaral/therapeutic use , Cobalt Radioisotopes/therapeutic use , Dental Disinfectants/therapeutic use , Radiopharmaceuticals/therapeutic use , Elastomers/radiation effects , Dental Materials/radiation effects , Ethanol/therapeutic use , Elasticity , Bacterial Load/drug effects , Bacterial Load/radiation effects , Gamma Rays/therapeutic use , Hot Temperature
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Journal of Islamic Dental Association of Iran [The]-JIDA. 2014; 26 (1): 29-34
in Persian | IMEMR | ID: emr-141914

ABSTRACT

Addition of disinfectants to dental stones is one method to prevent cross-contamination between patients and laboratory personnel. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of addition of calcium hypochlorite disinfectant on setting expansion and surface hardness of dental stone. In this experimental study, calcium hypochlorite aqueous solution with 0.5% concentration was added to type V dental stone. Setting expansion was measured by extensometer in millimeter and surface hardness was measured by Rockwell hardness test machine. Data were statistically analyzed using t-test with 0.05 level of significance. The mean setting expansion values were 2.49 +/- 0.0017 mm and 0.27 +/- 0.0094 mm in the test and control groups, respectively and had a statistically significant difference. The mean Rockwell hardness number was 74 +/- 1.93 and 85 +/- 3.09 in the test and control groups, respectively with no statistically significant difference. Setting expansion and surface hardness of type V dental stone increased and decreased, respectively by the addition of 0.5% calcium hypochlorite. Thus, this disinfection method needs modification for routine use in the laboratory setting


Subject(s)
Calcium Sulfate , Disinfectants , Dental Disinfectants , Hardness
13.
Braz. dent. j ; 24(3): 224-229, May-Jun/2013. tab, graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-681869

ABSTRACT

This study investigated the antibiofilm and antibacterial effects of farnesol and xylitol in a series of experiments in order to evaluate their potential use as root canal irrigants. The following substances were tested: 0.2% farnesol; 5% and 20% xylitol; 0.2% farnesol plus 20% xylitol; and saline (control). For comparison with an established endodontic irrigant, 2.5% NaOCl was included in each test. Three experiments were conducted: the crystal violet assay, to evaluate the effects on the biofilm biomass; the dentin disinfection test, to evaluate the effects on bacterial viability in biofilms; and the root canal disinfection test, to simulate the use in the root canal environment. Farnesol was the most effective substance in reducing the biofilm biomass, followed by 20% xylitol. All substances affected bacterial viability in biofilms; farnesol showed the best results followed by the farnesol/xylitol combination. Irrigation with all substances significantly reduced the bacterial load (p<0.001), but only the farnesol/xylitol combination was significantly more effective than saline (p=0.02). NaOCl was more effective than any other substance tested in the three experiments (p<0.001). The findings demonstrated that farnesol affected both the biofilm biomass and the viability of cells in the biofilm, while 20% xylitol affected only the biofilm biomass. Although not more effective than NaOCl, the combination of these two antibiofilm substances has potential to be used in endodontics in certain situations.


Este estudo investigou os efeitos antibiofilme e antibacteriano de farnesol e xilitol em uma série de experimentos para avaliar seu uso potencial como irrigante de canais radiculares. As seguintes substâncias foram testadas: farnesol a 0,2%; xilitol a 5% e 20%; farnesol a 0,2% combinado com xilitol a 20%; e solução salina (controle). NaOCl foi testado para comparação. Três experimentos foram conduzidos: o teste do cristal violeta para avaliar os efeitos sobre a biomassa de biofilme, o teste da desinfecção de fragmentos de dentina para avaliar os efeitos na viabilidade bacteriana nos biofilmes e o teste da desinfecção de canal radicular para simular o uso no ambiente do canal radicular. Farnesol foi o mais eficaz, seguido por xylitol a 20%. Todas as substâncias afetaram a viabilidade bacteriana nos biofilmes; farnesol mostrou os melhores resultados, seguido pela combinação farnesol/xilitol. A irrigação com todas as substâncias reduziu significativamente a carga bacteriana (p<0,001), mas somente a combinação farnesol/xilitol foi significativamente mais eficaz que a solução salina (p=0,02). NaOCl foi mais eficaz que qualquer outra substância testada nos três experimentos (p<0,001). Os achados demonstraram que farnesol afetou tanto a biomassa de biofilme quanto a viabilidade das células no biofilme, enquanto que xilitol a 20% afetou a biomassa de biofilme. Embora não mais eficazes que NaOCl, combinações dessas duas substâncias antibiofilmes têm o potencial de ser usadas na Endodontia, em determinadas situações.


Subject(s)
Humans , Anti-Bacterial Agents/pharmacology , Biofilms/drug effects , Farnesol/pharmacology , Root Canal Irrigants/pharmacology , Xylitol/pharmacology , Biomass , Bacterial Load/drug effects , Coloring Agents , Dental Disinfectants/pharmacology , Dental Pulp Cavity/microbiology , Dentin/microbiology , Enterococcus faecalis/drug effects , Gentian Violet , Materials Testing , Microbial Viability/drug effects , Sodium Hypochlorite/pharmacology
14.
São Paulo; s.n; 2013. 114 p.
Thesis in Portuguese | LILACS, BDENF | ID: biblio-1179834

ABSTRACT

Introdução: Na prática clínica odontológica, justificada pela praticidade, tempo curto disponível entre os atendimentos, associados à insuficiente previsão e provisão das Canetas de Alta Rotação (CAR), a descontaminação destas por meio de aplicação direta do álcool 70% p/v, sem limpeza prévia, é uma realidade. Este procedimento contraria, a priori, os protocolos de processamento que recomendam, no mínimo, limpeza seguida de desinfecção de alto nível para prevenção de infecção cruzada. Objetivo: avaliar a desinfecção das CAR com álcool 70% p/v, sem limpeza prévia com vistas ao risco de causar infecção cruzada. Método: caracterizou-se como uma pesquisa pragmática em um Estabelecimento Odontológico, onde rotineiramente as práticas de interesse para o estudo estavam presentes. O grupo experimental foi composto por 100 amostras de CAR utilizadas em tratamentos diversos, após a fricção do desinfetante por 90 segundos em sua superfície externa. Para avaliação dos resultados, uma gaze umedecida com soro fisiológico foi utilizada como carreador para o arraste dos possíveis micro-organismos nas superfícies desinfetadas. Metade do número das amostras (50) foi analisada pelo método de filtração por membrana (Método I - quantitativo), sendo cada gaze imersa em 300 mL de solução fisiológica. Sequencialmente, as amostras foram expostas a sonicação e agitação. Em seguida, o lavado foi filtrado em três partes iguais para diferentes análises (micro-organismos aeróbios, anaeróbios e específicos da microbiota oral humana), por meio da membrana com porosidade de 0,45 m. As outras 50 amostras foram analisadas pelo método de imersão direta da gaze em meio de cultura Fluid Thioglycollate Medium (Método II qualitativo).O tubo contendo a gaze foi agitado e incubado a 37ºC por 21 dias. Resultados: as amostras analisadas pelo Método I apresentaram crescimento positivo em 27/50 (54%) das amostras na faixa de 100 a 102 UFC/amostra. Deste total, foram identificados sete micro-organismos distintos, representados por 37,1% do Staphylococcus coagulase negativa, 28,5% dos Bacillus spp, 17,1% dos Bacilo Gram positivos não esporulados, 5,7% dos Micrococcus spp, 5,7% dos Penicillium spp, 2,8% Acinetobacter baumannii e 2,8% da Candida spp. No grupo analisado pelo Método II, o total de tubos com crescimento positivo foi de 12/50 (24%) amostras. Deste total, foram identificados três micro-organismos distintos, sendo 38,4% de Bacilos Gram positivos inespecíficos, seguidos dos Staphylococcus spp e Peptococcus spp com a mesma porcentagem de positividade de 30,7% cada. O grupo controle negativo, composto por amostras submetidas à limpeza e esterilização consecutiva, apresentaram resultados satisfatórios de ausência microbiana na totalidade das amostras. O crescimento médio encontrado no grupo controle positivo foi de 17,5 UFC/placa, com exceção de uma amostra que apresentou crescimento incontável. Conclusão: os resultados da presente investigação reprovam a prática da descontaminação das CAR com álcool 70% p/v, sem limpeza prévia, substanciada pela sobrevivência de micro-organismos que não corresponderam à ação fungicida e bactericida esperada do álcool 70% p/v na condição de desinfetante de nível intermediário. Outro aspecto que reforça a reprovação da prática analisada é a consideração de que os micro-organismos recuperados, mesmo sendo de baixo potencial patogênico, podem comportar-se como anfibiontes, isto é, são capazes de agredir o hospedeiro quando as condições ambientais e imunológicas são favoráveis aos micro-organismos, causando infecção.


Introduction: In dental clinical practice, decontamination of high-speed dental equipment (HSDE) by direct use of 70% ethanol without previous cleaning, justified by practicality, the short-time available between appointments, together with inadequate predicting and provision of HSDE, is a reality. This procedure, a priori, contradicts the processing protocols recommended to prevent cross-infection. Objective: to evaluate the disinfection of HSDE with 70% ethanol without previous cleaning, with views of cross-infection risk. Method: the present study was characterized as a pragmatic research in a Dental Office, which practices of interest to the study were routinely performed. The experimental group consisted of 100 samples of HSDE used in different treatments after rubbing the disinfectant for 90 seconds on its outer surface. To evaluate the results, gauze moistened with saline solution was used as a carrier for obtaining microorganisms from the disinfected surfaces. Half of the samples (50) were analyzed by membrane filtration (Method I - quantitative), with the gauze being immersed in 300 mL of saline solution. Sequentially, the sample was exposed to sonication and agitation. After that, the lavage was filtered in three equal parts for different analyses, through a membrane with 0.45 m porosity and seeded on blood agar culture medium, for recovery of aerobic and anaerobic microorganisms, as well as those specifically found in the human oral microbiota. The other 50 samples were analyzed by direct immersion of the gauze in culture medium (Method II - Qualitative): after rubbing the wet gauze on the outer surface of the HSDE, it was placed directly in Fluid Thioglycollate culture medium.The tube containing the gauze was shaken in a vortex mixer and then incubated at 37 ° C for 21 days. Results: samples analyzed by Method I, showed positive growth in 27/50 (54%) of the samples within the range of 100 to 102 CFU/sample. Of this total, 7 different microorganisms were identified, represented by 37.1% of coagulase-negative Staphylococcus, 28.5% of Bacillus spp, 17.1% of non-sporulating Gram-positive bacillus, 5.7% of Micrococcus spp, 5.7 % of Penicillium spp, 2.8% of Acinetobacter baumannii and 2.8% of Candida spp. In the group analyzed by Method II, the total number of tubes with positive growth was 12/50 (24%) samples. Of this total, we identified 2 different microorganisms, being 38.4% of Gram-positive bacillus nonspecific, followed by Staphylococcus spp and Peptococcus spp with the same percentage of positivity of 30.7% each. The negative control group, composed of samples subjected to cleaning and sterilization consecutive showed satisfactory results. The average growth found in the positive control group was 17.5 CFU/sample, except for one sample that showed growth uncountable. Conclusion: the results of the present study do not support the practice of decontamination of HSDE with 70% ethanol without previous cleaning, based on the evidence of microorganism survival that did not meet the expected bactericidal and fungicidal action of alcohol as an intermediate level disinfectant. Another aspect that reinforces the disapproval this practice, it is the consideration that the micro-organisms recovered, even being low pathogenic potential, may behave as anfibionte, which are capable of harming the host when the environmental and immune conditions are favorable to micro-organisms, causing infection.


Subject(s)
Sterilization , Infection Control , Dental Disinfectants
15.
Medical Principles and Practice. 2013; 22 (4): 397-401
in English | IMEMR | ID: emr-127318

ABSTRACT

To evaluate the direct and transdentinal [indirect] agar diffusion antibacterial activity of different commercially available antibacterial dental gel formulations against Streptococcus mutans. The commercially available dental gel formulations were Corsodyl[R] [COG, 1% chlorhexidine], Cervitec[R] [CEG, 0.2% chlorhexidine + 0.2% sodium fluoride], Forever Bright[R] [FOB, aloe vera], Gengigel[R] [GEG, 0.2% hyaluronic acid], 35% phosphoric acid gel and distilled water [control]. Direct agar diffusion was performed by isolating three wells from brain-heart infusion agar plates using sterile glass pipettes attached to a vacuum pump and adding 0.1 ml of the gels to each well. Transdentinal [indirect] agar diffusion was performed by applying gel to 0.2- and 0.5-mm-thick human dentin discs previously etched with phosphoric acid and rinsed with distilled water. Zones formed around the wells and the dentin discs were measured and analyzed using Kruskal-Wallis and Mann-Whitney U tests with Bonferroni correction [p < 0.01]. Direct agar diffusion tests showed significant differences among all gel formulations [p < 0.01] except for COG and CEG [p > 0.01]. COG and CEG exhibited higher antibacterial effects compared to FOB and GEG [p < 0.01] in both direct and transdentinal [indirect] testing procedures. GEG did not show any antimicrobial activity in transdentinal [indirect] testing. Commercially available dental gels inhibited S. mutans, which may indicate their potential as cavity disinfectants


Subject(s)
Gels , Chlorhexidine , Aloe , Dental Disinfectants , Hyaluronic Acid , Anti-Bacterial Agents
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Article in English | IMSEAR | ID: sea-157448

ABSTRACT

This short review focuses on biofilms in the dental clinic environment. Microbial biofilms are potentially a significant source of contamination and cross-infection in the dental clinic. Biofilms in dental chair unit waterlines (DUWLs), suction hoses and fittings pose the most significant risk as these may come into contact with the patient during treatment. These can be managed effectively by regular disinfection using chemical and other methods to minimize reservoirs and disseminators of potentially pathogenic bacteria from these areas.


Subject(s)
Biofilms/drug effects , Biofilms/growth & development , Colony Count, Microbial , Dental Disinfectants/standards , Dental Equipment/microbiology , Dentistry , Disinfection/methods , Equipment Contamination/prevention & control , Humans , Infection Control, Dental/methods , Infection Control, Dental/standards , Water Microbiology
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Braz. dent. j ; 23(4): 387-393, 2012. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-658015

ABSTRACT

Chemical disinfectants are usually associated with mechanical methods to remove stains and reduce biofilm formation. This study evaluated the effect of disinfectants on release of metal ions and surface roughness of commercially pure titanium, metal alloys, and heat-polymerized acrylic resin, simulating 180 immersion trials. Disk-shaped specimens were fabricated with commercially pure titanium (Tritan), nickel-chromium-molybdenum-titanium (Vi-Star), nickel-chromium (Fit Cast-SB Plus), and nickel-chromium-beryllium (Fit Cast-V) alloys. Each cast disk was invested in the flasks, incorporating the metal disk to the heat-polymerized acrylic resin. The specimens (n=5) were immersed in these solutions: sodium hypochlorite 0.05%, Periogard, Cepacol, Corega Tabs, Medical Interporous, and Polident. Deionized water was used as a control. The quantitative analysis of metal ion release was performed using inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ELAN DRC II). A surface analyzer (Surftest SJ-201P) was used to measure the surface roughness (µm). Data were recorded before and after the immersions and evaluated by two-way ANOVA and Tukey's test (α=0.05). The nickel release proved most significant with the Vi-Star and Fit Cast-V alloys after immersion in Medical Interporous. There was a significant difference in surface roughness of the resin (p=0.011) after immersion. Cepacol caused significantly higher resin roughness. The immersion products had no influence on metal roughness (p=0.388). It could be concluded that the tested alloys can be considered safe for removable denture fabrication, but disinfectant solutions as Cepacol and Medical Interporous tablet for daily denture immersion should be used with caution because it caused greater resin surface roughness and greater ion release, respectively.


Desinfetantes químicos são normalmente associados a métodos mecânicos para remover manchas e reduzir a formação do biofilme. Este estudo avaliou o efeito de desinfetantes na liberação de íons metálicos e na rugosidade superficial do titânio comercialmente puro, ligas metálicas e resina acrílica termopolimerizável, simulando 180 ensaios de imersões. Espécimes em formato de discos foram confeccionados com titânio comercialmente puro (Tritan), liga de níquel-cromo-molibdênio-titânio (Vi-Star), liga de níquel-cromo (Fit Cast-SB Plus) e liga de níquel-cromo-berílio (Fit Cast-V). Os espécimes (n=5) foram imersos nestas soluções: hipoclorito de sódio a 0,05%, Periogard, Cepacol, Corega Tabs, Medical Interporous e Polident. Como controle, foi utilizada a água deionizada. A análise quantitativa de liberação de íons metálicos foi realizada por meio de espectrometria de massa com plasma indutivamente acoplado (ELAN DRC II). O rugosímetro (Surftest SJ-201P) foi utilizado para medir a rugosidade superficial (µm). Os dados foram registrados antes e depois das imersões e avaliados por ANOVA com dois fatores e teste de Tukey (α=0,05). A liberação de níquel provou ser mais expressiva nas ligas Vi-Star e Fit Cast-V após a imersão em Medical Interporous. Houve diferença significante na rugosidade superficial da resina (p=0,011) após a imersão. O Cepacol causou maior rugosidade superficial de forma significativa. Os produtos de imersão não influenciaram nos resultados da rugosidade do metal (p=0,388). Pode-se concluir que as ligas metálicas testadas podem ser consideradas seguras para a fabricação de próteses removíveis, mas as soluções desinfetantes como o Cepacol e a pastilha Medical Interporous para a imersão diária da prótese devem ser utilizados com cautela, pois causaram maior rugosidade superficial da resina e maior liberação de íons, respectivamente.


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Humans , Denture Bases , Dental Alloys/chemistry , Denture Cleansers/chemistry , Acrylic Resins/chemistry , Alloys/chemistry , Aluminum/analysis , Beryllium/analysis , Borates/chemistry , Cetylpyridinium/chemistry , Chlorhexidine/analogs & derivatives , Chlorhexidine/chemistry , Chromium Alloys/chemistry , Chromium/analysis , Citric Acid/chemistry , Dental Disinfectants/chemistry , Dental Materials/chemistry , Materials Testing , Metals/analysis , Metals/chemistry , Molybdenum/analysis , Nickel/analysis , Spectrophotometry, Atomic , Surface Properties , Sodium Hypochlorite/chemistry , Sulfates/chemistry , Titanium/analysis , Titanium/chemistry
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Braz. dent. j ; 23(4): 417-421, 2012. ilus, tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-658020

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This study compared the surface detail reproduction and dimensional accuracy of stone models obtained from molds disinfected with 2% sodium hypochlorite, 2% chlorhexidine digluconate or 0.2% peracetic acid to models produced using molds which were not disinfected, with 3 alginate materials (Cavex ColorChange, Hydrogum 5 and Jeltrate Plus). The molds were prepared over matrix containing 20-, 50-, and 75-µm lines, performed under pressure with perforated metal tray. The molds were removed following gelation and either disinfected (using one of the solutions by spraying followed by storage in closed jars for 15 min) or not disinfected. The samples were divided into 12 groups (n=5). Molds were filled with dental gypsum Durone IV and 1 h after the start of the stone mixing the models were separated from the tray. Surface detail reproduction and dimensional accuracy were evaluated using optical microscopy on the 50-µm line with 25 mm in length, in accordance with the ISO 1563 standard. The dimensional accuracy results (%) were subjected to ANOVA. The 50 µm-line was completely reproduced by all alginate impression materials regardless of the disinfection procedure. There was no statistically significant difference in the mean values of dimensional accuracy in combinations between disinfectant procedure and alginate impression material (p=0.2130) or for independent factors. The disinfectant solutions and alginate materials used in this study are no factors of choice regarding the surface detail reproduction and dimensional accuracy of stone models.


Este estudo comparou a reprodução de detalhes da superfície e alteração dimensional de modelos de gesso obtidos a partir de moldes desinfetados com hipoclorito de sódio 2%, digluconato de clorexidina 2%, ou ácido peracético 0,2% a modelos confeccionados utilizando moldes que não foram desinfetados com três alginatos (Cavex ColorChange, Hydrogum 5, Jeltrate Plus). Os moldes foram preparados sobre matriz contendo linhas de 20, 50 e 75 µm realizado sob pressão com moldeira de metal perfurada. Os moldes foram removidos após a geleificação e desinfetados (utilizando uma das soluções por pulverização, armazenados em frascos fechados durante 15 min) ou não desinfetados. Assim, as amostras foram divididas em 12 grupos (n=5). Os moldes foram preenchidos com gesso dental Durone IV e uma hora após a manipulação do gesso os modelos foram separados da moldeira. A reprodução de detalhes da superfície e a precisão dimensional foram avaliadas usando microscopia óptica na linha 50 µm com 25 mm de comprimento, de acordo com a norma ISO 1563. Os resultados de precisão dimensional (%) foram submetidos à ANOVA. A linha de 50 µm foi completamente reproduzida por todos os alginatos, independentemente do processo de desinfecção. Não houve diferença estatisticamente significativa nos valores médios de precisão dimensional nas combinações entre procedimento de desinfecção e alginato (p=0,2130), ou para fatores independentes. Soluções desinfetantes e alginatos utilizados neste estudo não são fatores de escolha em relação à reprodução de detalhes da superfície e alteração dimensional de modelos de gesso.


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Humans , Alginates/chemistry , Calcium Sulfate/chemistry , Models, Dental , Dental Disinfectants/chemistry , Dental Impression Materials/chemistry , Chlorhexidine/analogs & derivatives , Chlorhexidine/chemistry , Colloids/chemistry , Dental Impression Technique/instrumentation , Materials Testing , Microscopy , Organic Chemicals/chemistry , Pressure , Peracetic Acid/chemistry , Surface Properties , Sodium Hypochlorite/chemistry , Time Factors
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J. appl. oral sci ; 19(6): 623-627, Nov.-Dec. 2011. tab
Article in English | LILACS | ID: lil-610877

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OBJECTIVE: Chemical solutions have been widely used for disinfection of dentures, but their effect on color stability of denture tooth acrylic resins after repeated procedures is still unclear. The aim of this in vitro study was to evaluate whether repeated cycles of chemical disinfectants affected the color stability of two denture tooth acrylic resins. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Sixty disc-shaped specimens (40 mm x 3 mm) were fabricated from two different brands (Artiplus and Trilux) of denture tooth acrylic resin. The specimens from each brand (n=30) were randomly divided into 6 groups (n=5) and immersed in the following solutions: distilled water (control group) and 5 disinfecting solutions (1 percent sodium hypochlorite, 2 percent sodium hypochlorite, 5.25 percent sodium hypochlorite, 2 percent glutaraldehyde, and 4 percent chlorhexidine gluconate). Tooth color measurements were made by spectrophotometry. Before disinfection, the initial color of each tooth was recorded. Further color measurements were determined after subjecting the specimens to 7, 21, 30, 45, 60, and 90 immersion cycles in each tested solution. Color differences (ΔE*) were determined using the CIE L*a*b* color system. Data were analyzed using two-way repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) followed by Tukey tests. The significance level was set at 5 percent. RESULTS: There were statistically significant differences in ΔE* among the 5 disinfectants and water during the 90 cycles of immersion for both denture tooth acrylic resins. Distilled water promoted the greatest color change in both denture tooth acrylic resins, nevertheless none of tested disinfectants promoted ΔE* values higher than 1.0 on these acrylic materials during the 90 cycles of disinfection. CONCLUSIONS: Repeated immersion cycles in disinfecting solutions alter ΔE* values, however these values do not compromise the color of the tested denture tooth acrylic resins because they are imperceptible to the human eye.


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Humans , Acrylic Resins/chemistry , Denture, Complete , Dental Disinfectants/pharmacology , Immersion , Prosthesis Coloring , Analysis of Variance , Color , Chlorhexidine/analogs & derivatives , Chlorhexidine/chemistry , Chlorhexidine/pharmacology , Dental Disinfectants/chemistry , Disinfectants/chemistry , Glutaral/chemistry , Glutaral/pharmacology , Materials Testing/methods , Random Allocation , Spectrophotometry , Sodium Hypochlorite/chemistry , Sodium Hypochlorite/pharmacology , Time Factors
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