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How Effective Are Cleanwave® Uv-C Portable Toothbrush Sanitizers In Removing Streptococcus Mitis From Toothbrushes?, Rafaila Ramirez
How Effective Are Cleanwave® Uv-C Portable Toothbrush Sanitizers In Removing Streptococcus Mitis From Toothbrushes?, Rafaila Ramirez
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The oral cavity is home to a wide variety of microorganisms1. More than 700 bacterial species have been detected within the oral cavity. Thus, it is not surprising that some of these microorganisms are transferred to a toothbrush during use. Furthermore, studies have shown that various microorganisms can grow on toothbrushes after use. More microorganism development occurs on toothbrushes stored in a moist environment such as a closed container. Since toothbrushes can become a potential portal of entry for organisms, the purpose of this study was to see how effective the CleanWave® UV-C Portable Toothbrush Sanitizer was in re-moving the …