Abstract:Background: Tooth loss based on Riskesdas at the age of 35-44 years is 17.5% and increases at the age of 65 years and over (30.6%). Dentures are used to improve physical, psychological and social functions of people who have lost teeth. Denture cleaning is an important aspect of denture care to maintain oral health. Kelakai leaf extract paste can be used as an alternative denture cleaning paste because it has a low abrasive content and also an extract of kelakai leaf (Stenochlaena palustris) at a concentration… Show more
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