Prosthodontics & Occlusion · single question
Which type of denture-base acrylic is LEAST likely to support Candida colonization because it has the lowest residual monomer and porosity?
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Correct answer: B. Heat-cure acrylic
- A. Self-cure resin has higher residual monomer and porosity.
- B. Correct. Heat-cured PMMA has the lowest residual monomer and porosity, so it is least colonized.
- C. Light-cure base resins are less commonly used for full bases and not the best answer.
- D. Pour/fluid resins are more porous.
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