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Janet Ajdaharian
Janet Ajdaharian
Tanzania
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Research Article
Effects of a Novel Mouthwash on Plaque Presence and Gingival Health
Author(s): Angel Emmanuel Rodriguez and Janet AjdaharianAngel Emmanuel Rodriguez and Janet Ajdaharian
Background: The specific aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of a new mouthwash on plaque and gingival health. Methods: An in vivo prospective, randomized, controlled, double-blinded study design was used. Ten subjects who had received professional prophylaxis 4-6 weeks prior to study begin abstained from oral hygiene on the lower anterior teeth for 3 days. Baseline measurements including gingival index (GI), plaque index (PI) and bleeding Index (mSBI) were recorded before and afterwards. Participants were randomized with regard to sequence of twice daily 1 min use of a test mouthwash (Oral Essentials Original Formula Mouthwash), a control mouthwash (Peridex) and no mouthwash while abstaining from brushing the lower anterior teeth. GI, PI and mSBI were recorded before and after each 3-day long arm, with a one week wash out period in .. View More»
DOI: 10.4172/2161-1122.1000460