Abstract | OBJECTIVES: MATERIALS AND METHODS: A randomized, controlled, single-blind (observer), parallel-group clinical trial in accordance with the ADA guidelines was conducted for a period of 6 months. Four index age groups (12, 15, 35-44, and 65-74 years) were divided into four groups, i.e., brushing, brushing and flossing, brushing and rinsing with Listerine, and brushing and rinsing with Chlorhexidine, so that each group comprised 40 subjects. Interproximal gingivitis and dental plaque were assessed using Modified Gingival Index, Turesky-Gilmore-Glickman modified Quigley-Hein Plaque Index and Gingival Bleeding Index. Analysis of variance (ANOVA) was used for multiple group comparisons, followed by Tukey's post hoc for group-wise comparisons. RESULTS: CONCLUSIONS: The level of interproximal gingivitis control efficacy provided by the Listerine and Chlorhexidine was "at least as good as" that provided by the dental floss. Hence, they can be recommended for the patients with gingivitis as an adjunctive to the usual home care routine.
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Authors | H Mythri, S R Ananda, G M Prashant, V V Subba Reddy, G N Chandu |
Journal | Journal of International Society of Preventive & Community Dentistry
(J Int Soc Prev Community Dent)
Vol. 1
Issue 1
Pg. 31-5
(Jan 2011)
ISSN: 2231-0762 [Print] India |
PMID | 24478951
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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