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Chlorhexidine with an Anti Discoloration System. A comparative study.

F Bernardi1, M R Pincelli, S Carloni

  • 1Department of Dental Sciences, Degree course for Dental Hygienists, Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna, Italy.

International Journal of Dental Hygiene
|February 3, 2006
PubMed
Summary

A new chlorhexidine mouthwash with an Anti-Discoloration System (ADS) effectively prevents plaque without causing tooth staining. This addresses a common side effect of traditional chlorhexidine rinses.

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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Oral Hygiene
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Correct oral hygiene is crucial for primary and secondary prevention.
  • Antiseptics like chlorhexidine are necessary when mechanical cleaning is difficult.
  • Chlorhexidine mouthwashes can cause tooth staining, a significant patient concern.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate a new chlorhexidine mouthwash containing an Anti-Discoloration System (ADS).
  • To assess its efficacy in preventing plaque formation.
  • To determine its ability to prevent tooth staining compared to traditional chlorhexidine mouthwash.

Main Methods:

  • A comparative study involving 15 patients.
  • Two 0.2% chlorhexidine mouthwashes were used: one without ADS and one with ADS.

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  • Bacterial plaque formation and tooth staining were assessed.

    • Main Results:

    • No statistically significant difference in plaque prevention between the two mouthwashes.
    • Significantly reduced tooth staining observed with the new mouthwash containing ADS.
    • The new mouthwash maintained antiseptic qualities while mitigating staining.

    Conclusions:

    • The new mouthwash with chlorhexidine and ADS is as effective as standard chlorhexidine in plaque prevention.
    • The addition of ADS successfully reduces tooth staining, a common side effect.
    • This innovation offers an improved option for antiseptic oral care.