Dental plaque and denture cleansers: Review of the literatue

Literature describing the nature of denture plaque and its role in the causation of oral disease is reviewed. Similarly, the literature pertaining to the development of denture cleansing products, their mechanism of cleansing action, and their relative efficacy is reviewed. The literature indicated that the 'perfect' denture cleansing product does not yet exist. However, by assessing strengths and weaknesses, and perhaps recommending the use of more than one product, it should be possible to adequately meet the needs of most denture wearers.