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[Alginate with a chlorhexidine admixture in a torsion test]
D Welker1, F Schmidt, A Rzanny
1Friedrich-Schiller-Universität, Poliklinik für Zahnärztliche Prothetik, Jena, Bundesrepublik Deutschland.
Deutsche Zahn-, Mund-, Und Kieferheilkunde Mit Zentralblatt
|January 1, 1991
Summary
Chlorhexidine does not affect the elastic properties of alginate impression materials, even at effective concentrations. A simple torsion test reliably assessed these material properties.
Area of Science:
- Dental Materials Science
- Polymer Chemistry
Context:
- Alginate impression materials are widely used in dentistry.
- Chlorhexidine is a common antimicrobial agent.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the effect of chlorhexidine on the elastic properties of alginate impression materials.
- To validate the torsion test as a method for assessing these properties.
Summary:
- Commercial alginate impression materials' elastic properties were unaffected by microbiologically effective concentrations of chlorhexidine.
- The torsion test demonstrated reliability and simplicity in evaluating these properties.
Impact:
- This research provides crucial data for dental professionals regarding the compatibility of alginate materials with chlorhexidine.
- Findings support the continued use of alginate impression materials in clinical settings where antimicrobial agents are necessary.