Methods of Plaque Removal
Description: Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHX)- Bisguanide antiseptic, Rinsing 10 ml of . 2% chlorhexidine for 60 sec twice daily in the absence of normal tooth cleaning, inhibited plaque regrowth and development of gingivitis. (Loe & Schiott 1970), Binds strongly to bacterial cell membranes and results in increased permeability of the cell causing precipitation of cytoplasmic content. Antiplaque action – substantivity, Plaque reductions in the 50%-55% range and reduction in gingivitis of about 45% following toothbrushing, More effcetive as a preventive rather than therapeutic agent. The patient should be instructed to completely rinse all traces of toothpaste from the mouth or wait 0.5 h between the tooth cleaning and rinsing, Interaction and possible inactivation between Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), a common dentifrice detergent and cationic chlorhexidine. Antagonistic interaction also reported with the anionic fluoride ion in mouthrinses, toothpastes and stannous fluoride products. Indications for Use CHX- As an adjunct to oral hygiene and professional prophylaxis, After oral surgical procedures, To limit bacteremia and operatory contamination by oral bacteria, Physically and medically handicapped individuals, Patients with high risk for caries, Patients with removable or fixed orthodontic appliances Patients suffering from minor recurrent aphthous ulceration. Reference URL: http://medical.wesrch.com/paper-details/pdf-ME1LYYEUOSMBP-methods-of-p laque-removal