Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
To evaluate the effectiveness of turmeric mouthwash compared to chlorhexidine gluconate mouthwash in preventing gingivitis and plaque formation. The study involved 100 randomly selected individuals visiting the Department of Periodontology at Government Dental College And Hospital, Rahui, Nalanda,Bihar, India, After Obtaining Ethical Clearance .Gingival index (GI) scores, as per Loe and Silness, were recorded, followed by Turesky-Gilmore-Glickman modification of Quigley Hein plaque index (TQHPI) at baseline, 14 days and 21 days. Participants were aged 25 to 35 years, had fair to poor gingival index scores and a plaque index score greater than 1. All participants provided informed consent. The study revealed a statistically significant reduction (p <0.05) in mean plaque index (PI) with chlorhexidine gluconate mouthwash compared to turmeric mouthwash. However, there was no significant difference in mean gingival index (GI) between the two mouthwashes. Both groups showed a significant reduction in total microbial count (p <0.05), with no significant difference between the groups in this regard. The findings indicate that both chlorhexidine gluconate and turmeric mouthwash can be effectively used as adjuncts to mechanical plaque control methods for preventing plaque and gingivitis. Chlorhexidine gluconate was found to be more effective in terms of its antiplaque properties. Significance: This study suggests that turmeric mouthwash is a viable adjunct to mechanical plaque control. Further research is needed to confirm the effectiveness of turmeric-based mouthwash as a cost-effective plaque control measure.
How to cite this article:
Abhishek Gautam, Vikas Vaivhav, Avanindra Kumar and Kumari Upasana. Efficacy of Chlorhexidine Gluconate Mouthwash and Turmeric in Prevention of Gingivitis:a Comparative Study.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjms.2024.1.490.493
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