The Antimicrobial Properties of Additives in Photocured Dental Resins

Logan Coomes

Antimicrobial additives were incorporated into the monomer system used in the restorative process of dental fillings that have the potential to reduce secondary cavities. Untreated resins lacked an inhibitory effect towards the bacteria, Streptococcus mutans. Ampicillin was added as a positive control, with methacrylic acid and copper(II)-methacrylate being the compounds of interest. After an initial antimicrobial effect, it was observed that the resins displayed a gradual decline with soak time.

Major: 
Polymer Science
Exhibition Category: 
Physical Sciences
Exhibition Format: 
Poster Presentation
Campus: 
York
Faculty Sponsor: 
Forrest Landis
Poster Number: 
50840

Award Winner

Physical Sciences - Third Place