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How to select the right mouthrinses in periodontal prevention and therapy. Part II. Clinical use and recommendations
M Brecx1, L Netuschil, T Hoffmann
1Department of Conservative Dentistry, Medical Faculty Carl Gustav Carus, University of Technology, Dresden, Germany.
Abstract:
Based on scientific proof, only few mouthrinse solutions can be recommended. However, it is impossible to construct an extended table that would provide precise recommendations or advices for mouthrinse utilisation related to any possible discomfort or diseases. Only reliable information on the drugs available against periodontal disease can be offered to the therapist. By evaluation of her or his individual experiences, she or he has to judge all the armamentarium she or he possesses to react in the best possible way in each specific situation.
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