Research Keyword: denture stomatitis

Antifungal Efficacy of Ganoderma lucidum and Clotrimazole for Treatment of Denture Stomatitis: A Randomized Clinical Trial

This study tested whether Ganoderma lucidum, a medicinal mushroom used in traditional Asian medicine, could treat denture stomatitis as effectively as the standard treatment clotrimazole. Both treatments reduced pain and improved symptoms equally well over two weeks. The results suggest that Ganoderma lucidum could be a useful alternative for patients who don’t respond well to standard antifungal drugs.

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Antifungal Effects of Pterostilbene on Candida albicans, Candida dubliniensis, and Microcosm Biofilms of Denture Stomatitis

Pterostilbene, a natural compound found in blueberries and grapes, has been shown to effectively kill Candida fungi that cause denture-related mouth infections. In laboratory tests, it successfully eliminated fungal cells and disrupted harmful biofilms within 8 hours. When tested in a living organism model, pterostilbene proved safe and reduced infection severity, suggesting it could be a promising natural alternative to conventional antifungal medications.

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