Disinfection protocols of irreversible hydrocolloid: effect on candida total cell count and dimensional accuracy

• Main Authors: Ahmad Zawawi, Nur Dini, Muhammad, Nur Farah Athirah, Nasir, Siti Hajjar, Arzmi, Mohd Hafiz, Ahmad, Norfaezah
• Format: Conference or Workshop Item
• Language: English
• Published: 2021
• Subjects: QR Microbiology; RK Dentistry
• Online Access: http://irep.iium.edu.my/93969/1/93969_DISINFECTION%20PROTOCOLS%20OF%20IRREVERSIBLE%20HYDROCOLLOID_complete.pdf; http://irep.iium.edu.my/93969/
• Institution: Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia

Introduction: Disinfection of impression is compulsory to prevent cross-infection to dental personnel. However, prolonged immersion in disinfectants may affect the dimensional accuracy of irreversible hydrocolloid. Different types of disinfectants are available nowadays, including alcohol-based, glu...