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Site-specific chlorhexidine: a periodontal alternative.

E B Fowler, L G Breault, J B Bryant

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    A new chlorhexidine chip offers sustained local antimicrobial activity for 7-10 days. This easy-to-use adjunct aids clinicians in managing challenging periodontal defects in maintenance patients.

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    Area of Science:

    • Periodontology
    • Antimicrobial Therapy

    Background:

    • Periodontal disease management requires effective antimicrobial strategies.
    • Localized periodontal defects present clinical challenges.

    Observation:

    • A novel chlorhexidine chip was evaluated for adjunctive clinical use.
    • The chip provides sustained local antimicrobial activity for 7-10 days.

    Findings:

    • The chlorhexidine chip is simple to place and self-adherent.
    • No additional chair time is needed for chip removal.
    • The chip can be recurrently provided to periodontal maintenance patients.

    Implications:

    • This chlorhexidine chip serves as a valuable adjunct for clinicians.
    • It offers a practical solution for challenging localized periodontal defects.
    • Enhanced patient care in periodontal maintenance is facilitated.

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