Reducing Canadida Albicans From Dentures

The purpose of this journal article is to determine the efficacy of removing/reducing Canadida albicans from dentures by comparing the combination denture cleaning method (brushing and immersion in water with a cleaning tablet overnight) and the mechanical denture cleaning method (brushing and immersion in tap water overnight). Reducing Canadida Albicans From Dentures

There is a large population of people who wear dentures every day. Whether it be a partial or a full mouth denture cleanliness of the denture is an important factor in overall oral health. Denture stomatitis is caused by the bacteria Canadida albicans. Inflammation of the oral cavity is the result of poor oral hygiene in those with dentures. There are a variety of different disinfecting methods to reduce/remove the C. albican bacteria. There are mechanical methods and combination methods to clean dentures. This article focuses on which method is more effective at removing/reducing the C. albican bacteria. Reducing Canadida Albicans From Dentures

Three studies were consulted to complete this journal review adequately. The studies range from 2011-2018 and were selected due to the parameters that were set to complete this journal review. Parameters included journal articles that include and/or discuss the comparison of mechanical denture cleaning methods versus combination denture cleaning method. Many articles were consulted but were rejected due to being older than 5 years old.