ISO 16954: DENTAL UNIT WATERLINES TESTING &
ORAL BIOFILM ASSAYS
ISO 16954, dental unit waterlines testing and oral biofilm assays. Testing to assess the biofilm removal and prevention properties of your product.
The concept of chronic microbial infections, specifically the term biofilm, entered the scientific and microbiological world in relation to dental biofilms, an example of which is plaque.
Biofilms are problematic for the dental industry as dental unit waterlines can become contaminated with environmental microorganisms, forming biofilms that provide nutrients and protection to the resident microorganisms. Due to the force of liquid through the waterlines, bacteria may detach from the walls and contaminate the water stream, putting patients and healthcare professionals at risk of infection.
Biofilm removal techniques and products have also undergone a large amount of research within the dental world. Removal techniques include teeth brushing and flossing, as well as biofilm disruption agents found in toothpastes and mouthwashes. Despite the high body of knowledge in the dental industry, there is still a lot of research and development required. This includes the development of products that disrupt and remove oral biofilms as well as anti-microbial products to prevent and remove biofilm material. Anti-microbial products can also prevent chronic microbial build-up in dental unit waterlines and on dental surfaces equipment. Perfectus Biomed assess the biofilm removal and prevention properties of products to BS EN ISO 16954 methodology.
Perfectus Biomed offer a range of dental testing methods including oral biofilm assays and ISO 16954: Dental Unit Waterlines Testing.
Please contact us if you would like to discuss test methods that suit your requirements.
test methodologies that we offer:
- ISO 16954: Test methods for dental unit waterline biofilm removal and prevention
- Single species oral biofilm assays
- Multi-species oral biofilm assays
- Assessment of odour reduction properties of products
experience working with:
- Toothpastes
- Mouth washes
- Dental unit water lines
- Cleansers
- Antimicrobial peptides
