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Biofilm disruption and bactericidal activity of aqueous ozone coupled with ultrasonic dental scaling.

Kevin C FailorBruce SilverWestin YuJason E Heindl
Published in: JADA foundational science (2022)
Both gram-positive and gram-negative species were affected by this treatment. Studies on other oral microbiota constituents, including fungi and viruses, will provide information on the efficacy of this method on a greater biological scale. Studies to verify concomitant reduction of microbial load in dispersed aerosols in clinical settings should be completed to support practical applications of this treatment.
Keyphrases
  • gram negative
  • multidrug resistant
  • pseudomonas aeruginosa
  • healthcare
  • microbial community
  • hydrogen peroxide
  • cystic fibrosis