Year : 2019

Volume : Volume 10

Issue : Issue 2s

Address for correspondence :
Dr. Mangesh G. Andhare.
mangesh8499@gmail.com

Abstract

Background:  The mainstay of prevention of gingival disease is a regular and adequate plaque control using personal oral hygiene protocol, periodic professional review and maintenance wherever indicated. Recently, Various herbal and natural products used for the treatment of oral and periodontal conditions. Aim: To compare the antiplaque efficacy of chlorhexidine and Aloe Vera mouth rinses in the treatment of gingivitis.  Material and Methods: A total of 30 subjects with generalized chronic gingivitis were selected for the study. They were randomly divided into two groups: group A (0.2% chlorhexidine gluconate mouthwash; n=15) and group B (Aloe vera mouthwash; n=15). Plaque index, gingival index and modified sulcular bleeding index recorded at baseline 14th and 21st day. Phase I therapy have been done, followed by both mouthwashes distributed to patients. Statistical analysis: Student ‘t’ test was used for comparative analysis. The P value was considered significant at (P < 0.005) level.  Results: The results of the study showed statically significant reduction in plaque index, gingival index and modified sulcular bleeding index but on comparison there was no statically significant difference among the groups at different time interval.  Conclusion: Aloe vera mouthwash has comparable antiplaque efficacy with 0.2% chlorhexidine gluconate and can be considered as a alternative for the treatment of chronic gingivitis.

Keywords: Dental Plaque, Gingivitis, Aloe Vera, Chlorhexidine, Antiplaque Efficacy.