Overview
In completely edentulous patients rehabilitated with 3D-printed maxillary dentures bases, does the printing layer thickness affect candidal adherence and growth on the fitting surface of dentures.
Description
The trial will follow a cross-over design, where each participant will wear denture bases printed with three different layer thicknesses (25 µm, 50 µm, and 100 µm) at a random order. Each participant will wear each of the three dentures for an 8-week period, with a washout period of two weeks between each thickness.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- Completely edentulous patients aged 30-80 years
- Oral cavity is free from any mucosal lesions.
- No systemic conditions that would contraindicate participation in the study.
Exclusion Criteria:
- History of allergic reactions to denture materials.
- Active mucosal lesions related to denture use.
- Pregnancy or lactation.