Evaluation of the Antiplaque Efficacy of Chlorhexidine Mouthwash immediately and 30 min after Brushing with Fluoride Toothpaste - A pilot study

Evaluation of the Antiplaque Efficacy of Chlorhexidine Mouthwash immediately and 30 min after Brushing with Fluoride Toothpaste - A pilot study

Chlorhexidine (CHX) is the most widely prescribed antiseptic mouthwash in Dentistry. It is used as an adjunct with mechanical plaque control to improve its efficacy. But various interactions between CHX and dentifrices have been reported, causing confusion on the mode of usage of CHX. This study was...

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Veröffentlicht in:RGUHS Journal of Dental Sciences 2019, Vol.11 (2), p.17-21
Hauptverfasser: Masapu, Dr. Anupama, Kumar T, Dr. S S Manikanta, K P, Dr. Ashok, Anusha, Dr. Gummadi, Sangineedy, Dr. Jyothi, Ashok, Dr. Sahana
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:Chlorhexidine (CHX) is the most widely prescribed antiseptic mouthwash in Dentistry. It is used as an adjunct with mechanical plaque control to improve its efficacy. But various interactions between CHX and dentifrices have been reported, causing confusion on the mode of usage of CHX. This study was done to try out the new modality of usage of CHX, that is immediately after tooth brushing rather than its delayed use.
ISSN:0976-9439
DOI:10.26715/rjds.11_2_4