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In vitro bactericidal activity of retainer/denture-cleaning formulations against planktonic populations of Pseudomonas aeruginosa and other common bacterial pathogens in cystic fibrosis.

Infection, disease & health · Millar BC, Moore JE · 2026-08-12

Two commercial denture-cleaning products killed all tested cystic fibrosis-related bacteria after 20 minutes' exposure, though Pseudomonas aeruginosa survived the manufacturers' recommended 3-minute treatment time.

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