“…However, glutaraldehyde induces inhalation toxicity and eye irritation, sodium hypochlorite induces the bleaching of dental materials, and povidone iodine induces loss of pigmentation. (4,5) Microwave ovens are simple to use, low in cost and can provide disinfection effect. (6) The disinfection of dentures with microwave irradiation has been attempted and has been found to be better than the use of sodium hypochlorite.…”