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In vitro effects of low intensity direct current generated silver on eukaryotic cells

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Abstract

An examination of the effects of low intensity direct current generated silver, (LIDC Ag) on several types of eukaryotic microorganisms and cell culture lines suggests that LIDC Ag has as appropriate selective toxicity for prokaryotic cells. It appears that levels of this agent could be obtained clinically that would have marked bacteriostatic activity and yet have little or no effect on mammalian cells.

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Former Resident, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Strong Memorial Hospital, Rochester, New York and Graduate Student, Department of Microbiology, University of Rochester, Rochester, New York; currently Assistant Professor, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, State University of New York at Buffalo, School of Dental Medicine, Buffalo, New York.

Graduate Student, Department of Microbiology, University of Rochester, Rochester, New York.

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