Fungal otomastoiditis: a case series in immunocompetent adults.

Fungal otomastoiditis is a rare condition and is usually associated with host immunodeficiency. It is difficult to diagnose, and many cases are fatal. Treatment consists of surgical debridement, attempts to control the underlying immunological condition and antifungal chemotherapy.

The effect of denture cleansing solutions on the retention of yellow Hader clips: an in vitro study.

Purpose: To evaluate the retention of yellow Hader clips after exposure to various denture cleansers.

Methods: Seven groups of 18 yellow Hader clips each were soaked for the equivalent of 6 months of clinical use in the following denture cleansing solutions: Polident Regular, Polident Overnight, Efferdent, 5.25% Sodium Hypochlorite (NaOCl, 1:10 dilution) 15 min/day, NaOCl (1:10 dilution) 8 hours/day, water and dry (control) group.