Cleaning methods for removable dentures: A critical review of the literature

Authors

  • José Augusto Sedrez-Porto Restorative Dentistry Department – School of Dentistry – Federal University of Pelotas – Pelotas – RS – Brazil.
  • Mateus B F dos Santos Restorative Dentistry Department – School of Dentistry – Federal University of Pelotas – Pelotas – RS – Brazil.
  • Tatiana Pereira-Cenci Restorative Dentistry Department – School of Dentistry – Federal University of Pelotas – Pelotas – RS – Brazil.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14295/bds.2016.v19i3.1226

Abstract

A literature review was performed including studies that evaluated the use of cleaning protocols for removable dentures through questionnaires, clinical trials, randomized clinical trials, and systematic reviews. Twenty studies were included and the results showed that bad preservation of the prostheses is mainly due to low knowledge about cleaning habits and methods. Also, a wide variety of effective cleaning methods were presented. However, there is no standard protocol for all patients and it should be customized for each patient. It is important to highlight that dentists should give adequate instructions concerning maintenance and hygiene of the prosthesis.

 

Keywords

Dental prosthesis; Oral hygiene; Oral health.

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Published

2016-09-29

Issue

Vol. 19 No. 3 (2016): Jul. - Sep. / 2016 - Published September 2016

Section

Literature Review