Oxygen-based Antiseptics in Prosthodontic care-A Review.

ABSTRACT Many dentists use oxygen-based antiseptics like hydrogen peroxide, sodium perborate, carbamide peroxide, and ozone because they kill germs and make things bubble up. Their application in Prosthodontics has garnered attention owing to the rising incidence of denture-related illnesses, including denture stomatitis linked to Candida albicans. Sodium perborate and sodium percarbonate are examples of oxygen-releasing chemicals that are important parts of effervescent denture cleansers in removable prosthodontics. They work by releasing nascent oxygen, which breaks up microbial biofilms, lowers fungal colonization, and has a slight bleaching impact. Clinical trials have shown that these drugs are good for keeping dentures clean, stopping plaque from building up, and stopping denture stomatitis. Nonetheless, constraints encompass diminished long-term substantivity, instability during storage, and the possibility of surface roughening of acrylic resins with extended use. This research outlines the function, effectiveness, benefits, and drawbacks of oxygen-based antiseptics in prosthodontic care. Key words: Oxygen-based antiseptics, hydrogen peroxide, sodium perborate, prosthodontics, denture cleansers, implant decontamination, denture stomatitis.