Genomic characterisation of environmental Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolated from dental unit waterlines revealed the insertion sequence ISPa11 as a chaotropic element
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DOI: 10.1093/femsec/fix106
Abstract: ABSTRACT The bacterium Pseudomonas aeruginosa is well known to have a remarkable adaptive capacity allowing it to colonise many environments. A recent study on environmental isolates from dental unit waterlines (DUWLs) hinted at a genetic… read more here.
Keywords: pseudomonas aeruginosa; dental unit; insertion; unit waterlines ... See more keywords
Disinfection methods of dental unit waterlines contamination: a systematic review.
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DOI: 10.1099/jmm.0.001540
Abstract: Background. Severe contamination of dental unit waterlines was found in healthcare settings. The benefits of decontamination methods are controversial. The aim of this review was to systematically evaluate disinfection methods in contamination control of dental… read more here.
Keywords: unit waterlines; contamination; disinfection methods; water ... See more keywords
Pyrosequencing analysis of bacterial community changes in dental unit waterlines after chlorogenic acid treatment
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DOI: 10.3389/fcimb.2024.1303099
Abstract: Introduction The contamination of dental unit waterlines (DUWLs) poses a significant risk of cross-infection in dentistry. Although chemical disinfectants have been effective in reducing number of bacteria, they do have limitations. Methods This study aimed… read more here.
Keywords: treatment; acid treatment; unit waterlines; chlorogenic acid ... See more keywords