Abstract

BASCONES, A  and  MORANTE, S. Oral antiseptics: Review of the literature and actual perspectives. Avances en Periodoncia [online]. 2006, vol.18, n.1, pp.21-29. ISSN 2340-3209.

The plaque control is the main method in the prevention of periodontal diseases. It´s well known the use of chemical plaque control as a complement to unadequate mechanical control. The most used drugs have been the oral antiseptics, being the chlorhexidine the gold standar. There are many formulations with different chemical components; therefore it seems to be useful to review their properties, efficacy and indications.

Keywords : Chlorhexidine/therapeutic use; dental plaque/ prevention & control; gingivitis/prevention & control; mouthwashes/therapeutic use.

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