Sandeep Kaur

Abstract

Chlorhexidine is one of the most widely and commonly used antiplaque and antigingivitis agent. Chlorhexidine is a potent antibacterial substance but this alone does not explain its antiplaque action. Once adsorbed, and unlike some other antiseptics, chlorhexidine shows a persistent bacteriostatic action lasting in excess of 12 hours. Materials and Methods: The present study was carried out in 40 patients to evaluate and compare the short term side effects of 0.2% and 0.12% chlorhexidine. Pain, burning sensation, taste disturbance were evaluated at first, third and Seventh day Results: No statistical significant difference was observed in two groups with respect to these side effects. Conclusion: However, the taste of 0.12% was better accepted as compared to 0.2% chlorhexidine mouthwash. Keywords: Antigingivitis, Chlorhexidine.

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Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has been a breakthrough in the stimulation and acceleration of bone and soft tissue healing. It represents a relatively new biotechnology that is part of the growing interest in tissue engineering and cellular therapy today. Bioactive glass (BG) is a kind of bioactive ceramic consisting of SiO2, CaO, Na2O and P2O5 and results in the formation of a hydroxyapatite layer that has a stiffness closely matching the mineral phase of bone without forming fibrous tissue or promoting inflammation or toxicity. The purpose of this paper is to 1. To evaluate the role of Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) in intrabony defects 2.) To evaluate the role of combination of Platelet Rich Plasma along with Bioactive glass in intrabony defects. Keywords: Platelet rich plasma, Bioactive glass, Intrabony defect.

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