[Disinfection of toothbrushes. Experimental research].
Aim of the present paper is to verify in a vitro study, the possible disinfection of the toothbrushes with an UV instrument (Dentec 4000). The modifications in microbic concentration after a contamination with microbial suspension of oral cavity have been estimated.
Fratto
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Università degli Studi di Ancona, Clinica Odontoiatrica.
Nazzicone
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Ortolani
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D003773:Dental Plaque / Q000382:microbiology; D004203:Disinfection / Q000379:methods*; D004926:Escherichia coli / Q000528:radiation effects; D013210:Staphylococcus / Q000528:radiation effects; D013242:Sterilization / Q000379:methods*; D013295:Streptococcus mutans / Q000528:radiation effects; D014099:Toothbrushing / Q000295:instrumentation*; D014466:Ultraviolet Rays
Disinfezione degli spazzolini dentali. Ricerca sperimentale.