Abstract Specific products containing natural resources can contribute to the innovation of complete denture hygiene. Objective: To conduct an in vitro evaluation of experimental dentifrices containing essential oils of Bowdichia virgilioides Kunth (BvK), Copaifera officinalis (Co), Eucalyptus citriodora (Ec), Melaleuca alternifolia (Ma) and Pinus strobus (Ps) at 1%. Methodology: The variables evaluated were organoleptic and physicochemical characteristics, abrasiveness (mechanical brushing machine) simulating 2.5 years, and microbial load (Colony Forming Units - CFU/mL), metabolic activity (XTT assay) and cell viability (Live/Dead® BacLight™ kit) of the multispecies biofilm (Streptococcus mutans: Sm, Staphylococcus aureus: Sa, Candida albicans: Ca and Candida glabrata: Cg). Specimens of heat-polymerized acrylic resins (n=256) (n=96 specimens for abrasiveness, n=72 for microbial load count, n=72 for biofilm metabolic activity, n=16 for cell viability and total biofilm quantification) with formed biofilm were divided into eight groups for manual brushing (20 seconds) with a dental brush and distilled water (NC: negative control), Trihydral (PC: positive control), placebo (Pl), BvK, Co, Ec, Ma or Ps. After brushing, the specimens were washed with PBS and immersed in Letheen Broth medium, and the suspension was sown in solid specific medium. The organoleptic characteristics were presented by descriptive analysis. The values of density, pH, consistency and viscosity were presented in a table. The data were analyzed with the Wald test in a generalized linear model, followed by the Kruskal-Wallis test, Dunn's test (mass change) and the Bonferroni test (UFC and XTT). The Wald test in Generalized Estimating Equations and the Bonferroni test were used to analyze cell viability. Results: All dentifrices showed stable organoleptic characteristics and adequate physicochemical properties. CN, Ec, Ps, Pl and PC showed low abrasiveness. There was a significant difference between the groups (p<0.001) for microbial load, metabolic activity and biofilm viability. Conclusions: It was concluded that the BvK, Ec and Ps dentifrices are useful for cleaning complete dentures, as they have antimicrobial activity against biofilm. The dentifrices containing Bowdichia virgilioides Kunth showed medium abrasiveness and should be used with caution. hygiene Objective BvK , (BvK) Co (Co) (Ec) (Ma (Ps 1 1% Methodology mechanical machine 25 2 5 2. years Colony CFU/mL, CFUmL CFU/mL CFU mL CFU/mL) XTT assay Live/Dead® LiveDead Live Dead (Live/Dead BacLight kit Streptococcus mutans Sm aureus Sa albicans glabrata Cg. Cg . Cg) heatpolymerized heat polymerized n=256 n256 n 256 (n=256 n=96 n96 96 (n=9 n72 72 n=7 count n16 16 n=1 quantification 20 (2 seconds NC (NC control, control control) (PC Pl, (Pl) analysis density pH table model KruskalWallis Kruskal Wallis Dunns Dunn s mass change UFC XTT. XTT) Results properties CN p<0.001 p0001 p 0 001 (p<0.001 Conclusions dentures caution (BvK (Co (Ec Live/Dead n=25 n25 (n=25 n=9 n9 9 (n= n7 7 n= n1 ( (Pl p<0.00 p000 00 (p<0.00 n=2 n2 (n=2 (n p<0.0 p00 (p<0.0 p<0. p0 (p<0. p<0 (p<0 p< (p< (p

Abstract Studies evaluating the roughness, wettability and microbial adhesion of 3D-printed resins for complete denture bases and teeth are scarce. Objective This study evaluated the surface roughness, wettability and adhesion of multispecies biofilms (Candida albicans, Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus mutans) on 3D-printed resins for complete denture bases and teeth compared to conventional resins (heat-polymerized acrylic resin; artificial pre-fabricated teeth). Methodology Circular specimens (n=39; 6.0 mm Ø × 2.0 mm) of each group were subjected to roughness (n=30), wettability (n=30) and biofilm adhesion (n=9) tests. Three roughness measurements were taken by laser confocal microscopy and a mean value was calculated. Wettability was evaluated by the contact angle of sessile drop method, considering the mean of the three evaluations per specimen. In parallel, microorganism adhesion to resin surfaces was evaluated using a multispecies biofilm model. Microbial load was evaluated by determining the number of Colony Forming Units (CFU/mL) and by scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Data were subjected to the Wald test in a generalized linear model with multiple comparisons and Bonferroni adjustment, as well as two-way ANOVA (α=5%). Results The roughness of the conventional base resin (0.01±0.04) was lower than that of the conventional tooth (0.14±0.04) (p=0.023) and 3D-printed base (0.18±0.08) (p<0.001). For wettability, conventional resin (84.20±5.57) showed a higher contact angle than the 3D-printed resin (60.58±6.18) (p<0.001). Higher microbial loads of S. mutans (p=0.023) and S. aureus (p=0.010) were observed on the surface of the conventional resin (S. mutans: 5.48±1.55; S. aureus: 7.01±0.57) compared to the 3D-printed resin (S. mutans: 4.11±1.96; S. aureus: 6.42±0.78). The adhesion of C. albicans was not affected by surface characteristics. The conventional base resin showed less roughness than the conventional dental resin and the printed base resin. Conclusion The 3D-printed resins for base and tooth showed less hydrophobicity and less adhesion of S. mutans and S. aureus than conventional resins. 3Dprinted Dprinted 3D D scarce Candida heatpolymerized heat polymerized prefabricated pre fabricated teeth. . teeth) n=39 n39 n 39 (n=39 60 6 0 6. 20 2 2. n=30, n30 n=30 , 30 (n=30 n=9 n9 9 (n=9 tests calculated method specimen parallel CFU/mL CFUmL CFU mL (CFU/mL SEM. SEM (SEM) adjustment twoway two way α=5%. α5 α α=5% 5 (α=5%) 0.01±0.04 001004 01 04 (0.01±0.04 0.14±0.04 014004 14 (0.14±0.04 p=0.023 p0023 p 023 (p=0.023 0.18±0.08 018008 18 08 (0.18±0.08 p<0.001. p0001 p<0.001 001 (p<0.001) 84.20±5.57 8420557 84 57 (84.20±5.57 60.58±6.18 6058618 58 (60.58±6.18 S p=0.010 p0010 010 (p=0.010 (S 5.48±1.55 548155 48 1 55 7.01±0.57 701057 7 4.11±1.96 411196 4 11 96 6.42±0.78. 642078 6.42±0.78 42 78 6.42±0.78) C characteristics n=3 n3 3 (n=3 n= (n= (SEM α=5 (α=5% 0.01±0.0 00100 (0.01±0.0 0.14±0.0 01400 (0.14±0.0 p=0.02 p002 02 (p=0.02 0.18±0.0 01800 (0.18±0.0 p000 p<0.00 00 (p<0.001 84.20±5.5 842055 8 (84.20±5.5 60.58±6.1 605861 (60.58±6.1 p=0.01 p001 (p=0.01 5.48±1.5 54815 7.01±0.5 70105 4.11±1.9 41119 64207 6.42±0.7 (n α= (α=5 0.01±0. 0010 (0.01±0. 0.14±0. 0140 (0.14±0. p=0.0 p00 (p=0.0 0.18±0. 0180 (0.18±0. p<0.0 (p<0.00 84.20±5. 84205 (84.20±5. 60.58±6. 60586 (60.58±6. 5.48±1. 5481 7.01±0. 7010 4.11±1. 4111 6420 6.42±0. (α= 0.01±0 (0.01±0 0.14±0 014 (0.14±0 p=0. p0 (p=0. 0.18±0 018 (0.18±0 p<0. (p<0.0 84.20±5 8420 (84.20±5 60.58±6 6058 (60.58±6 5.48±1 548 7.01±0 701 4.11±1 411 642 6.42±0 (α 0.01± (0.01± 0.14± (0.14± p=0 (p=0 0.18± (0.18± p<0 (p<0. 84.20± 842 (84.20± 60.58± 605 (60.58± 5.48± 54 7.01± 70 4.11± 41 64 6.42± 0.01 (0.01 0.14 (0.14 p= (p= 0.18 (0.18 p< (p<0 84.20 (84.20 60.58 (60.58 5.48 7.01 4.11 6.42 0.0 (0.0 0.1 (0.1 (p (p< 84.2 (84.2 60.5 (60.5 5.4 7.0 4.1 6.4 0. (0. 84. (84. 60. (60. 5. 7. 4. (0 (84 (60 ( (8 (6

RESUMO Objetivo: Comparar a dinâmica da deglutição e trânsito do bolo alimentar na cavidade oral e na faringe entre usuários de próteses totais bem adaptadas e indivíduos dentados. Métodos: Vinte e sete usuários de prótese total (43 a 77 anos), avaliados com e sem as próteses, e 26 controles (41 a 74 anos) foram examinados com estudo videofluoroscópico da deglutição com bolos líquido, pastosos e sólido (biscoito e torrada), em duplicata e em sequência aleatória. Resultados: Resíduos orais após a deglutição líquida (em 56% das deglutições), na consistência purê (em 71% das deglutições) e com torradas (em 41% das deglutições), foram mais frequentes do que nos controles (líquido 13%, purê 43 % e torradas 15% das deglutições, p ≤ 0,04). Em usuários de próteses os tempos de trânsito oral, trânsito faríngeo e trânsito pelo esfíncter superior do esôfago foram mais longos com o bolo líquido; os tempos de trânsito faríngeo e orofaríngeo foram mais longos com o bolo purê; e o tempo de trânsito orofaríngeo foi mais longo com o biscoito. Os resultados da avaliação sem próteses foram mais próximos dos controles ao engolir bolo pastoso. A aspiração laríngea não foi observada em nenhum dos indivíduos. Conclusão: Usuários de próteses totais removíveis tendem a ter maior tempo de trânsito faríngeo do que indivíduos dentados. Embora resíduo oral e longo trânsito faríngeo aumentem o risco de aspiração para vias aéreas, isso não foi observado nesta investigação. Objetivo dentados Métodos (4 7 anos, anos , 2 41 líquido biscoito torrada, torrada torrada) aleatória Resultados 56 deglutições 71 13 13% 4 15 0,04. 004 0,04 . 0 04 0,04) pastoso Conclusão aéreas investigação ( 5 1 00 0,0 0,

ABSTRACT Objective: To compare swallowing and bolus transit time through the oral cavity and pharynx between well-fitted complete denture wearers and toothed individuals. Methods: Altogether, 27 complete denture wearers (43 to 77 years old) and 26 controls (41 to 74 years old) were examined with videofluoroscopic swallowing study using liquid, pureed, and solid (crackers and toasts) bolus, twice and in a random sequence. Denture wearers were assessed with and without dentures. Results: Individuals wearing dentures had oral residues after swallowing liquid (in 56% of swallows) and pureed boluses (in 71% of swallows) and with toasts (in 41% of swallows), more often than controls (liquid 13%, pureed 43% and toast 15% of swallows, p ≤ 0.04). In denture wearers, the oral, upper esophageal sphincter, and pharyngeal transit times were longer after swallowing liquid bolus; the pharyngeal and oropharyngeal transit times were longer after swallowing pureed bolus; and the oropharyngeal transit time was longer after eating crackers. Assessment results without dentures were closer to that of controls when swallowing pureed bolus. Laryngeal aspiration was not observed in any of the individuals. Conclusion: Removable complete denture wearers tend to have longer pharyngeal transit time than toothed individuals. Although oral residues and longer pharyngeal transit in individuals wearing dentures increase the risk of airway aspiration, this investigation did not verify such a condition. Objective wellfitted well fitted Methods Altogether 2 43 (4 7 old 41 crackers sequence Results 56 swallows 71 , 13 13% 15 0.04. 004 0.04 . 0 04 0.04) sphincter Conclusion condition 4 ( 5 1 00 0.0 0.

RESUMO Objetivo: avaliar o reconhecimento dos sabores salgado, doce e cítrico em usuários de prótese dentária total. Métodos: foram incluídos indivíduos desdentados (grupo experimental) usuários de prótese total removível bimaxilar confeccionada em resina acrílica, com tempo mínimo de uso de três meses e máximo de cinco anos, em bom estado de conservação e com adequada relação maxilo-mandibular. Como grupo controle, a mesma avaliação foi realizada em 26 indivíduos dentados. Os voluntários não tinham dificuldade na ingestão de nenhum tipo de alimento. Os sabores salgado, doce e cítrico foram testados com fitas de papel filtro embebidas nas soluções e colocadas na parte dorsal da língua. As avaliações foram realizadas em duplicata e em ordem ao acaso. Resultados: a taxa percentual de erros foi igual entre os grupos controle (9,6±13,5%) e experimental (10,5±15,5%) (p=0,80). Não houve diferenças na frequência de percepção correta dos sabores entre indivíduos usuários de prótese e indivíduos dentados. Conclusão: usuários de prótese total removível bimaxilar confeccionada em resina acrílica têm a mesma percepção dos sabores salgado, doce e cítrico que indivíduos dentados. Objetivo salgado Métodos anos maxilomandibular. maxilomandibular maxilo mandibular. mandibular maxilo-mandibular 2 dentados alimento língua acaso Resultados 9,6±13,5% 96135 9 6 13 5 (9,6±13,5% 10,5±15,5% 105155 10 15 (10,5±15,5% p=0,80. p080 p p=0,80 . 0 80 (p=0,80) Conclusão 9,6±13,5 9613 1 (9,6±13,5 10,5±15,5 10515 (10,5±15,5 p08 p=0,8 8 (p=0,80 9,6±13, 961 (9,6±13, 10,5±15, 1051 (10,5±15, p0 p=0, (p=0,8 9,6±13 96 (9,6±13 10,5±15 105 (10,5±15 p=0 (p=0, 9,6±1 (9,6±1 10,5±1 (10,5±1 p= (p=0 9,6± (9,6± 10,5± (10,5± (p= 9,6 (9,6 10,5 (10,5 (p 9, (9, 10, (10, (9 (10 ( (1

ABSTRACT Purpose: to assess the recognition of salty, sweet, and citrus tastes in complete denture wearers. Methods: the study included toothless individuals (experimental group) who had been using, for at least 3 months and at the most 5 years, acrylic resin removable bimaxillary complete dentures in good condition and with adequate maxillo-mandibular relationship. The same assessment was performed in the control group, which had 26 toothed individuals. Volunteers had no difficulties ingesting any type of food. Salty, sweet, and citrus tastes were assessed with filter paper strips soaked in such solutions and placed on the tongue dorsum. Assessments were performed in duplicate and in random order. Results: the percentage rate of errors was similar between the control (9.6±13.5%) and experimental groups (10.5±15.5%) (p=0.80). There was no difference in the frequency of correct perception of tastes between denture wearers and toothed individuals. Conclusion: individuals who wore acrylic resin removable bimaxillary complete dentures perceived salty, sweet, and citrus tastes like toothed individuals did. Purpose salty sweet Methods group using years maxillomandibular maxillo mandibular relationship 2 food Salty dorsum order Results 9.6±13.5% 96135 9 6 13 (9.6±13.5% 10.5±15.5% 105155 10 15 (10.5±15.5% p=0.80. p080 p p=0.80 . 0 80 (p=0.80) Conclusion did 9.6±13.5 9613 1 (9.6±13.5 10.5±15.5 10515 (10.5±15.5 p08 p=0.8 8 (p=0.80 9.6±13. 961 (9.6±13. 10.5±15. 1051 (10.5±15. p0 p=0. (p=0.8 9.6±13 96 (9.6±13 10.5±15 105 (10.5±15 p=0 (p=0. 9.6±1 (9.6±1 10.5±1 (10.5±1 p= (p=0 9.6± (9.6± 10.5± (10.5± (p= 9.6 (9.6 10.5 (10.5 (p 9. (9. 10. (10. (9 (10 ( (1

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. (DS healthrelated health related OHRQoL (OHRQoL wearers sexes zero IA IB II III Lifestyle history questionnaires (SF minute (CFU OHIPEDENT OHIP EDENT Kendalls Kendall s taub tau b 5 5% 18 143 (14 4 male 655 65 65. 68 6 8 6. women (women p0013 p 0 013 p=0.013 r=0.16, r016 r r=0.16 , 16 r=0.16) 18–27 1827 27 (18–2 p=0.008, p0008 008 (p=0.008 r=0.22, r022 22 r=0.22) spp p0001 001 (p<0.001 r027 r=0.2 p<0.001 r031 31 r=0.3 p=0.004, p0004 004 (p=0.004 p0003 003 p=0.003 r025 25 palate, p=0.001 . Moreover r=0.20 r020 r= 0.20 20 r=-0.2 p=0.002, p0002 002 (p=0.002 r=0.24 r024 0.24 24 p=0.009, p0009 009 (p=0.009 r=0.193 r0193 0.193 193 r=-0.193 1 14 (1 p001 01 p=0.01 r01 r=0.1 18–2 182 2 (18– p=0.008 p000 00 (p=0.00 r02 (p<0.00 r=0. p<0.00 r03 3 p=0.004 p=0.00 020 0.2 r=-0. p=0.002 024 p=0.009 r=0.19 r019 0193 0.19 19 r=-0.19 ( p00 p=0.0 r0 18– (18 (p=0.0 (p<0.0 r=0 p<0.0 02 0. r=-0 019 0.1 r=-0.1 p0 p=0. (p=0. (p<0. p<0. r=- p=0 (p=0 (p<0 p<0 p= (p= (p< p< (p

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.

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.

Resumo A desvantagem dos materiais resilientes é a dificuldade de controle do biofilme. Este estudo comparou um dentífrico experimental contendo Ricinus communis, com dentifrícios comerciais quanto atividade contra biofilme formado em reembasador de próteses totais. Seiscentos espécimes foram distribuídos em 5 grupos (n=18/microrganismo): água; dentifrício experimental; dentifrício específico para próteses totais e dois convencionais; contra C. albicans; C. glabrata; S. mutans; S. aureus; E. coli. Cada grupo teve um controle negativo (n=5; sem contaminação) e um positivo (n=15/ microrganismo; sem higienização). A atividade contra biofilme foi avaliada pelo método de formação do biofilme, em triplicata. Os espécimes foram contaminados, padronizadamente, e incubados. Posteriormente, foi realizada escovação manual (60 s), lavagem em PBS, imersão em meio de cultura líquido para ressuspensão e semeadura em meio sólido. Os resultados (média das triplicatas) foram expressos em UFC/mL. Os dados foram submetidos aos testes Shapiro-Wilk, ANOVA e Tukey (p<0,05). O dentifrício específico (1,27±1,20) foi o mais eficaz contra S. mutans, seguido dos convencionais (Trihydral, 3,13±0,88; Colgate, 2,16±2,02) e experimental (3,81±1,37), que foram semelhantes entre si (p=0,008). Todos eles foram diferentes da água (4,79±1,42). O dentifrício específico (0,21±0,21) e o experimental (0,36±0,25) foram semelhantes contra S. aureus, com maiores médias de UFC quando comparado ao convencional (Colgate, 0,06±0,13), que foi mais eficiente (p=0,000). Para C. albicans, C. glabrata e E.coli, todos os dentifrícios foram similares à água (p=0,186). Conclui-se que o dentifrício experimental foi efetivo somente contra S. aureus e não foi eficiente perante Candida spp.; S. mutans; E. coli, como ocorrido com os dentifrícios comerciais.

Abstract The disadvantage of liners materials is the difficulty of biofilm control. It was compared an experimental dentifrice contained Ricinus communis, with commercials dentifrices as antibiofilm activity against microorganisms on denture liner. Six hundred specimens were distributed in 5 groups (n=18/ microorganism): water; experimental dentifrice; specific dentifrice for denture and two conventional dentifrices against C. albicans; C. glabrata; S. mutans; S. aureus; E. coli. Each group had a negative (n=5; without contamination) and positive control (n=15/ microorganism; without cleaning). The antibiofilm activity was evaluated by the method of biofilm formation in triplicate. The specimens were contaminated in a standard way and incubated. After that, manual brushing was performed (60 s), washed with PBS, immersed in liquid culture medium for resuspension and sowing in solid medium. The results (mean of triplicates) were expressed in CFU/mL. The data was submitted to Shapiro-Wilk, ANOVA and Tukey test (p<0.05). The specific dentifrice (1.27±1.20) was the most effective against S. mutans, followed by conventional (Trihydral, 3.13±0.88; Colgate, 2.16±2.02) and experimental (3.81±1.37) dentifrices, which were similar to each other (p=0.008). All of them were different from water (4.79±1.42). The specific (0.21±0.21) and experimental (0.36±0.25) dentifrices were similar against S. aureus, with a higher mean of CFU when compared to conventional (Colgate, 0.06±0.13), which was more efficient (p=0.000). For C. albicans, C. glabrata and E. coli, all dentifrices were similar to water (p=0.186). It was concluded, that the experimental dentifrice was effective against S. aureus and had not efficacy against Candida spp.; S. mutans; E. coli, as occurred with the commercials dentifrices.

Resumo A síndrome de Sjögren (SS) é uma doença autoimune crônica sistêmica que afeta as glândulas lacrimal e salivar. A SS pode se manifestar como SS primária (SSp) ou SS secundária (SSs), a última ocorrendo em conjunto com outra desordem autoimune. Em ambos os casos, os olhos secos e a boca seca afetam a qualidade de vida do paciente. As complicações tardias podem incluir cegueira, destruição dos tecidos dentários, candidíase oral e linfoma. Este artigo relata dois casos de SS, cada um apresentando lesão nodular oral incomum diagnosticada como linfoma MALT reincidente e mucocele. A importância do diagnóstico, tratamento e manejo das lesões orais por um cirurgião-dentista durante o atendimento de pacientes com SS é enfatizada, pois as manifestações orais da SS podem comprometer a qualidade de vida do paciente.

Abstract Sjögren’s syndrome (SS) is a systemic chronic autoimmune disorder affecting the lacrimal and salivary glands. SS may manifest as primary SS (pSS) or secondary SS (sSS), the latter occurring in the context of another autoimmune disorder. In both cases, the dry eyes and mouth affect the patient’s quality of life. Late complications may include blindness, dental tissue destruction, oral candidiasis and lymphoma. This paper reports two cases of SS, each of them presenting unusual oral nodular lesion diagnosed as relapsed MALT lymphoma and mucocele. The importance of the diagnosis, treatment and management of the oral lesions by a dentist during the care of SS patients is emphasized, as the oral manifestations of SS may compromise the patient’s quality of life.

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.

Resumo Este estudo avaliou a eficácia de soluções higienizadoras na remoção do biofilme de dentadura por meio de ensaio clínico randomizado cruzado. Trinta e dois pacientes desdentados foram instruídos a escovar suas dentaduras (escova específica e sabão líquido) três vezes ao dia (após café da manhã, almoço e jantar) e imergi-las (≥ 8 horas) em: (C) controle - água; (PA): peróxido alcalino; ou (HS) hipoclorito de sódio a 0,5%. Cada solução foi usada por 21 dias (três ciclos alternados de 7 dias). Ao final de cada ciclo, a superfície interna da dentadura maxilar foi evidenciada (vermelho neutro 1%) e fotografada (HX1- Sony). As áreas (total e corada com biofilme) foram medidas (software Image Tool), e a porcentagem de biofilme calculada como a relação entre a área do biofilme multiplicado por 100 e área da superfície total da base interna da dentadura. Os dados foram comparados por meio de equações de estimação generalizadas (α=5%) e comparações múltiplas (Bonferroni - α=1,67%). A imersão em HS reduziu o biofilme (%) (8,3 ± 13,3B) em comparação com C (18,2 ± 14,9A) e PA (18,2 ± 16,6A). A solução de hipoclorito de sódio a 0,5% foi a mais eficaz na remoção do biofilme. Peróxidos alcalinos podem não levar a maior remoção do biofilme em pacientes com hábitos adequados de manutenção de dentadura.

Abstract This study evaluated the efficacy of cleanser solutions on denture biofilm removal by a crossover randomized clinical trial. Thirty two edentulous patients were instructed to brush their dentures (specific brush and liquid soap) three times a day (after breakfast, lunch and dinner) and to soak them (≥ 8 h) in: (C) control -water; (AP): alkaline peroxide; or (SH) 0.5% sodium hypochlorite. Each solution was used for 21 days (three cycles of 7 days). At the end of each cycle, the inner surfaces of maxillary dentures were disclosed (1% neutral red) and photographed (HX1 - Sony). Areas (total and stained biofilm) were measured (Image Tool software) and the percentage of biofilm calculated as the ratio between the area of the biofilm multiplied by 100 and total surface area of the internal base of the denture. Data were compared by means of generalized estimating equation (α=5%) and multiple comparisons (Bonferroni; α=1.67%). Immersion in SH reduced biofilm (%) (8.3 ± 13.3B) compared to C (18.2 ± 14.9A) and AP (18.2 ± 16.6A). The 0.5% sodium hypochlorite solution was the most efficacious for biofilm removal. Alkaline peroxides may not lead to further biofilm removal in patients with adequate denture maintenance habits.

Abstract Aim: To evaluate, in vitro, the effect of brushing with a Ricinus communis-based experimental toothpaste on color stability and surface roughness of artificial teeth. Methods: Ninety artificial teeth (maxillary central incisors) in different shades, light and dark (NatusDent Triple Pressing, Dentbras) were used. Initial color (Spectrophotometer Easyshade, VITA) and surface roughness (Rugosimeter Surfcorder SE 1700, Kosakalab) readouts were performed. After baseline measurements, samples were assigned to 10 groups (n=9) according to the artificial tooth shade and type of toothpaste used during the mechanical brushing test (Pepsodent, MAVTEC): Sorriso Dentes Brancos - SDB, Colgate Luminous White - CLW (Colgate-Palmolive), Close up White Now - CWN (Unilever), Trihydral - THL (Perland Pharmacos) and Ricinus communis - RCE (Experimental). After 29,200 cycles of brushing, corresponding to 2 years of brushing by a healthy individual, new color and roughness readouts of the specimens were performed. Data (before and after the tests) were statistically analyzed (2-way repeated measures ANOVA, Tukey, p<0.05). Results: RCE toothpaste produced the greatest color stability for dark tooth shade and the second best color stability for light tooth shade. For surface roughness alteration, there was no difference (p>0.05) for any tested toothpaste regardless of tooth shade. Conclusions: The experimental Ricinus communis toothpaste did not cause color and surface roughness alteration in the artificial teeth, and it may be considered a suitable option for denture cleaning.

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.

Abstract Aim: To evaluate the sorption, solubility and color change in two lining materials after 120 days of immersion in either sodium perborate or artificial saliva. Methods: Thirty disk-shaped specimens (15×3 mm) of each material, Mucopren(r) soft (MS) and Elite(r) soft (ES) were manufactured and divided into two groups. The specimens in the control group (CG, n=15) were stored in artificial saliva at 37 °C. The specimens in the experimental group (EG, n=15) were stored in artificial saliva at 37 °C and immersed in sodium perborate daily for 5 min. The analysis of sorption and solubility was based on the initial dry weight and on the wet and dry weights after immersion. The color was assessed with a portable spectrophotometer and the NBS system. ANOVA and Tukey test (p<0.05) were used to analyze color and sorption. The solubility was analyzed by KruskalWallis test (p<0.05). Results: Sorption was higher in the EG group (0.31±0.08) than in the control group (0.26±0.05), and higher in Elite(r) soft relining (0.34±0.07) than in Mucopren(r) soft (0.23±0.06). There was no interaction between the factors. Elite(r) Soft presented a higher solubility when immersed in artificial saliva (CG: 0.16±0.07 and EG: 0.13±0.06; p=0.00). Mucopren(r) soft showed no solubility in either treatment. Regarding the color changes, there was a significant difference between the groups (CG: 9.2±1.2 and EG: 9.9±1.2; p=0.025) but not between the materials (Mucopren(r) soft: 9.4±1.3 and Elite(r)soft: 9.7±1.0; p=0.34). Using the NBS system, we verified that both materials presented a high color change. Conclusions: The daily use of sodium perborate promoted changes in the liners' sorption and color. Elite(r) soft relining was more prone to changes than Mucopren(r) soft.

<p>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.</p>

<p>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.</p>