Optimizing the use of low-frequency ultrasound for bacterial detachment of in vivo biofilms in dental research —a methodological study

ConclusionsWith the use of low-frequency, low-intensity ultrasound, significantly higher bacterial counts and diversity can be reached. A shorter sonication time of 1 min shows the best results overall.Clinical relevanceThis standardization is recommended to study initial oral biofilms aged up to 24 h to maximize the outcome of experiments and lead to better comparability of studies.
Source: Clinical Oral Investigations - Category: Dentistry Source Type: research