BIOADHESION AND MICROBIAL COLONIZATION OF PERIODONTOPATHOGENIC MICROFLORA ON DENTAL POLYMERS OF DIFFERENT CHEMICAL COMPOSITION

Abstract

Modern dentistry employs polymeric materials for the fabrication of prostheses, splints, and temporary restorations. However, microbial contamination of polymer surfaces remains one of the main causes of inflammatory complications and reduced service life of prosthetic appliances. The interaction between dental materials and the oral microflora is a complex process involving adhesion, colonization, and biofilm formation, which directly affects the clinical safety of dental devices.