Comparative study on bacterial cross-contamination between toothbrushes using pump-type and tube-type toothpaste dispenser

INTRODUCTION: Toothbrushes are expected to be manufactured free of microorganisms, but after a single use, varying from 30 seconds to 4 minutes, toothbrushes may become contaminated by a wide array of bacteria, viruses, yeast and fungi which are present in the oral cavity and in the environment. Stu...

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Main Author:	Pegenia, Joseph Glenn Z.
Other Authors:	Quitay, Anthony V., Mendoza, Michael Antonio F.
Format:	Thesis
Language:	English
Subjects:	Toothpastes. Oral hygiene products. Cross-contamination.