Plasma Sterilization Effectively Reduces Bacterial Contamination in Dental Unit Waterlines

Objective. To investigate the effectiveness of plasma sterilization in reducing bacterial contamination and controlling biofilms in dental unit waterlines. Materials and Methods. Ten identical dental chair units (DCUs) were used. Five DCUs were installed with an automated plasma sterilization system...

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Main Authors: Sarocha Noopan, Phattranit Unchui, Supitcha Techotinnakorn, Ruchanee Salingcarnboriboon Ampornaramveth
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2019-01-01
Series:International Journal of Dentistry
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2019/5720204