Biofilm Formation on the Surface of (Poly)Ether-Ether-Ketone and In Vitro Antimicrobial Efficacy of Photodynamic Therapy on Peri-Implant Mucositis

Biofilm Formation on the Surface of (Poly)Ether-Ether-Ketone and In Vitro Antimicrobial Efficacy of Photodynamic Therapy on Peri-Implant Mucositis

Poly-ether-ether-ketone (PEEK) is an aesthetically pleasing natural material with good biocompatibility and shock absorption characteristics. The application of PEEK as a dental implant or abutment is expected to reduce the risk of failure and enhance aesthetics. Given that approximately one in 15 p...

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Main Authors: Tzu-Yu Peng, Dan-Jae Lin, Yuichi Mine, Chi-Yang Tasi, Po-Jung Li, Yin-Hwa Shih, Kuo-Chou Chiu, Tong-Hong Wang, Shih-Min Hsia, Tzong-Ming Shieh
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-03-01
Series:Polymers
Subjects:
dentistry
polyetheretherketone
biofilm
peri-implant mucositis
photodynamic therapy
antimicrobial activity
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/13/6/940

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