Abstract
Introduction: Chlorhexidine gluconate mouthwash has earned eponym of gold standard to treat and/or prevent periodontal disease. The present study was carried out with an aim to evaluate the efficacy of CHX mouthwash as a supplement to regular toothbrushing. Materials and Methods: The present study was carried out in 40 patients to evaluate CHX mouth rinses i.e Chlorhexidine gluconate (Vyrex Mouthwash (0.2% w/v), as a supplement to regular tooth brushing on plaque accumulation and gingival inflammation in chronic generalized gingivitis patients in gingival inflammation, taste alteration & gingival score were evaluate at 14, 21 & 28 day. Results: No statistical significant difference was observed in two groups with respect to gingival inflammation, plaque accumulation, taste alteration & gingival score. Conclusion: However, Chlorohexdine & Toothbrushing significantly reduced plaque growth & gingivitis, but chlorohexdine was more effective against plaque regrowth. 0.2% Chlorhexidine remains the gold standard as an antimicrobial agent. Keywords: Plaque, Gingival inflammation, Chlorohexidine, Toothbrushing.
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