High-intensity focused ultrasound for biofilm debridement, an in vitro proof-of-concept using Ti-attached Streptococcus mutans
This study provides preliminary in vitro evidence that HIFU can remove bacterial biofilms. Further research is required to determine its feasibility as a potential non-surgical approach for the prevention and management of peri-implantitis.
Authors
- Sheetal Maria Rajan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1119-0239)
- Minh Dien Tran (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-0728-6499)
- Amr Fawzy (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6357-0535)
- Hien Chi Ngo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6067-8751)
Institutions
- The University of Western Australia (AU)
Publication Details
- Journal
- International Journal of Implant Dentistry
- Published
- 2025-09-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s40729-025-00645-3
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Dental Implant Techniques and Outcomes
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.79
Funders
- Medical Research Council
- National Health and Medical Research Council