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Eberhard (2022) [1] published a Cochrane review (systematic review and meta-analysis) which found modest benefit for full mouth disinfection, but the superiority (or otherwise) of the intervention had not at the time of review been conclusively demonstrated. Current recommendations support its use as equal and equivalent to other established ...
[6] [7] Chlorhexidine rinse is also known to have a bitter metallic aftertaste. Rinsing with water is not recommended as it is known to increase the bitterness. [8] It may cause eye problems if direct contact occurs. [9] [10] Use in pregnancy appears to be safe. [11] Chlorhexidine may come mixed in alcohol, [12] [13] [14] water, or surfactant ...
A review found that mouthwashes containing CPC "provide a small but significant additional benefit when compared with toothbrushing only or toothbrushing followed by a placebo rinse" in reducing plaque and gingivitis-inflammation. [3] In combination with chlorhexidine and zinc lactate, CPC has been found to be effective in treating halitosis. [12]
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Oral health isn’t one of the most exciting self-care practices—but it’s an important one. What’s going on in your mouth is a strong indicator of your overall well-being.So brushing and ...
Certain topical medications: Chlorhexidine (antiseptic mouthwash) binds to tannins, meaning that prolonged use in persons who consume coffee, tea or red wine is associated with extrinsic staining (i.e. removable staining) of teeth. [18] Chlorhexidine mouthwash has a natural liking for sulphate and acidic groups commonly found in areas where ...
Mouthwash, mouth rinse, oral rinse, or mouth bath [1] is a liquid which is held in the mouth passively or swirled around the mouth by contraction of the perioral muscles and/or movement of the head, and may be gargled, where the head is tilted back and the liquid bubbled at the back of the mouth.
A 1930s poster from the Work Projects Administration promoting oral hygiene. Tooth decay is the most common global disease. [14] Over 80% of cavities occur inside fissures in teeth where brushing cannot reach food left trapped after eating and saliva and fluoride have no access to neutralize acid and remineralize demineralized teeth, unlike easy-to-clean parts of the tooth, where fewer ...