Antiplaque Action of Chlorhexidine Gel and Coconut Oil in Children after Gum Massaging Therapy
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Dental Sciences - Year 2018, Vol 5, Issue 4
Abstract
Abstract: Chemical plaque control measures like chlorhexidine reduces the caries risk for the patient by its antiplaque action but has several drawbacks. Scientific data has shown that oil pulling therapy can reduce plaque index. The aim of the study was to compare the efficacy of coconut oil and chlorhexidine gel as antiplaque agents when used for gum massaging in children. 80 children between the age group of 6-15 years were divided into 4 groups of 20 each. Agents used in the study were placebo gel, 1% chlorhexidine gel and commercially available edible coconut oil. Children in group 1, 2 and 3 were asked to massage their gums with the designated agent in the morning for a period of two minutes for three months except chlorhexidine gel (group 2) which was used only for 15 days. The fourth group of coconut oil had time duration of 4 minutes. The plaque score were assessed at baseline, 15th, 30th, 60th and 90th day. Chlorhexidine had a property of substantively as its antiplaque effect was seen after three months also. Coconut oil at the end of the study had a significant decrease in plaque scores. Between the coconut oil group and chlorhexidine group, oil groups showed lesser plaque scores than CHX group. Placebo group was least effective. Coconut oil can act as a substitute for 1% CHX gel when used for a prolonged period of time. Thus, it can be an effective plaque control tool.
Authors and Affiliations
Manju R, Amitha M Hegde, Natasha Agrawal
Keywords
Related Articles
- EP ID EP480777
- DOI -
- Views 70
- Downloads 0
Rapidifying the Orthodontic treatment using Peizosurgery: A Case Report
Abstract: A Case report demonstrate a new orthodontic method that shortens the treatment time with minimizing the discomfort level to the patient as compared to that with traditional corticotomy procedure. A 18 year-old...
Assessment of Prevalence of the Traumatic Dental Injuries of the Permanent Anterior Teeth among 7-14 Years Old School Children in Chitradurga Town
Abstract: Traumatic dental injuries of the permanent anterior teeth among the school children are a tragic but often the ignored problem. The lack of availability of knowledge on its etiology and treatment makes it a pot...
Dentists' Awareness about Management of Medical Emergencies in Dental Offices Birjand-2014
Abstract: Most of medical emergencies which take place in dental offices could be life-threatening. In this regard, the knowledge about these medical emergencies is of great importance and all of the dental staff should...
Assessment of Use of Information and Communication Technology among Interns in Dental Colleges of Bangalore City – A Cross Sectional Survey
Abstract: The use of computers as a learning tool in the medical and dental fields dates back to early 1970’s. Internet is a useful tool to update knowledge. To assess use of Information and Communication technology amo...
Mucoepidermoid Carcinoma of Palate: A Case Report
Abstract: Salivary gland carcinomas are a rare and clinically diverse group of neoplasms among which mucoepidermoid carcinomas (MEC) are reported to be most frequently occurring. MEC display a variety of biological behav...