The effect of tobacco leave pastes (Nicotiana tabacum L.) 50% concentration as a denture cleanser on the surface roughness of thermoplastic nylon
Department of Prosthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Universitas Jember, Indonesia.
Research Article
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 21(02), 1199–1205
Publication history:
Received on 06 January 2024; revised on 14 February 2024; accepted on 16 February 2024
Abstract:
Microporosity of thermoplastic nylon can lead to increased surface roughness values. Surface roughness of thermoplastic nylon can facilitate colonization of microorganisms that can lead to denture stomatitis. The mechanical cleaning process of denture using an electric toothbrush and denture cleaning paste is considered effective for removing plaque and microorganisms attached. To reduce surface roughness, the use of natural materials such as tobacco leaves is considered beneficial because it can reduce the content of abrasive materials. This study aims to determine the effect of tobacco leaf paste as a denture cleanser on the surface roughness of thermoplastic nylon. This study using a laboratory experimental design with a post test only control group design involving 27 samples sized 60 x 10 x 2.5 mm which were divided into three groups including the brushing control group without paste, the brushing group with placebo paste, and the brushing group with 50% tobacco leaf paste (TLP). The results showed that tobacco leaf paste was considered effective as a thermoplastic nylon denture cleanser and had an effect on reducing surface roughness values with an average surface roughness value that was still acceptable to the oral cavity. In conclusion, 50% tobacco leaf paste is recommended as an effective denture cleanser and produces surface roughness values acceptable to the oral cavity.
Keywords:
Tobacco Leaf Paste; Surface Roughness; Thermoplastic Nylon; Microporosity; Denture Cleanser.
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