The Interaction of Implant Luting Cements and Oral Bacteria Linked to Peri‐Implant Disease: An In Vitro Analysis of Planktonic and Biofilm Growth – A Preliminary Study

Abstract

Cements display differing abilities to inhibit both planktonic and biofilm bacterial growth. Cements with the ability to reduce planktonic or biofilm growth of the test bacteria may be advantageous in reducing peri-implant disease. Understanding the microbial growth-inhibiting characteristics of different cement types should be considered important in the selection criteria.