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[Plaque and gingivitis reduction by an amine fluoride/stannous fluoride combination]
E Schulz1, W Künzel, L Stösser
1Sektion Stomatologie, Medizinische Akademie, Erfurt, Bundesrepublik Deutschland.
Deutsche Zahn-, Mund-, Und Kieferheilkunde Mit Zentralblatt
|January 1, 1991
Summary
A daily mouthrinse with AmF/SnF2 significantly reduces plaque and gingivitis in children. This fluoride combination offers effective preventive plaque control, comparable to chlorhexidine, particularly for high-risk individuals.
Area of Science:
- Oral health research
- Pediatric dentistry
- Preventive dentistry
Background:
- Plaque accumulation and gingivitis are common in children.
- Effective preventive measures are crucial for maintaining oral hygiene.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of AmF/SnF2 mouthrinse in reducing plaque and gingivitis in children.
- To compare the effectiveness of AmF/SnF2 with chlorhexidine.
- To assess the impact on tooth staining.
Main Methods:
- A clinical study involving children.
- Daily administration of AmF/SnF2 mouthrinse.
- Assessment of plaque accumulation and gingivitis development.
- Evaluation of tooth staining and oral hygiene practices.
Main Results:
- AmF/SnF2 mouthrinse significantly reduced plaque accumulation and experimental gingivitis.
- Low, reversible yellowish tooth staining was largely prevented by mechanical oral hygiene.
- The efficacy of AmF/SnF2 was comparable to chlorhexidine.
Conclusions:
- AmF/SnF2 mouthrinse is effective for preventive plaque control in children.
- This fluoride combination is a viable alternative to chlorhexidine.
- Recommended for high-risk pediatric patients to manage plaque and gingivitis.