The role of chlorhexidine and tooth-brushing has been considered as a clinical intervention to reduce infection rates, however, evidence to inform this needs appraising. AIM: This paper presents a critical review on the effect of chlorhexidine gluconate (CHX) and tooth-brushing in decreasing rates ...
The use of Chlorhexidine mouthwash after dental surgery can help control bacterial levels in the mouth, promote postoperative recovery, and reduce the risk of infection. However, Chlorhexidine may cause side effects of tooth surface discoloration during long-term use, so it is usually recommended...
The use ofchlorhexidinein spermicides has been promoted as a strategy for protecting against sexually transmitted diseases, includingHIV infection. However, both the claim of protection and the cytotoxicity of chlorhexidine, with a risk of damage to the epithelia of the vagina,cervix, andglans penis...
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Topical oral solution: Advise patients that the solution may cause some tooth discoloration or increase in tartar (calculus) formation. Importance of contacting dental health-care provider for removal of any stain or tartar at least every 6 months or more frequently if needed. Topical oral solution...
Applicable to oral and pharyngeal diseases and teeth washing, dental extraction, tooth orthodontics, during radiotherapy and chemotherapy, before and after surgery and bed-time patient's oral sterilization and prev- ention of cross-infection, etc., is...
Tooth disorder occurred most often in patients receiving the periodontal chip, and included broken/cracked/fractured teeth, mobile teeth, and lost bridges/crowns/fillings.[Ref]Respiratory Very common (10% or more): Upper respiratory tract infection (up to 28.4%), sinusitis (up to 13.8%) Common...
Sugary gummy sweets are especially bad for your teeth. Most people know that sugar causes cavities. But some sugary foods are worse than others. Candy that sticks to the teeth can get stuck between the crevices of a tooth, and saliva can't wash it away. And it isn't just candy—natura...
As the gingivitis progresses to destroy gum tissue near the tooth, the underlying bone will begin to recede. The body's response to combat this infection triggers bone destroying osteoblasts to activate. This is why periodontitis is considered to be more dependent on the individual's body than ...
However, its long-term use is precluded because of its propensity to stain the teeth, which is the result of interactions between chlorhexidine on the tooth surfaces and tannins in the diet. View article Journal 2007, Clinical Microbiology and InfectionR.M. Davies...