Randomized controlled trial on mouth rinse and flossing efficacy on interproximal gingivitis and dental plaque

Abstract

The use of an essential oils mouth rinse may be advised, as a complement, for patients unable to floss effectively, as it is more effective in reducing interproximal dental plaque accumulation than dental floss.

Self-reported oral status and habits related to oral care in adult Poles: A questionnaire study

“…11 In order to remove plaque from interdental spaces, it is recommended to regularly use dental floss or interdental brushes. However, the effectiveness of dental floss in the removal of plaque from interdental spaces may be very low (15)(16)(17)(18)(19).4%), depending on the patient's manual skills. 12 Without proper instruction, its use does not reduce the occurrence of caries on interproximal surfaces of teeth.…”

“…15 Antiseptics may be helpful in controlling bacterial plaque, especially for individuals who have difficulty maintaining optimal oral hygiene with mechanical devices. 16 The most effective compound used in mouthwash solutions is definitely chlorhexidine, which has anti-plaque (inhibits plaque development) and anti-inflammatory properties. 17,18 It should not be used for more than 2 weeks due to local side effects (discoloration of teeth, fillings, prosthetic restorations, and mucosal membrane, as well as taste disorders and exfoliation of mucosal membrane epithelium).…”

Efficacy of adjunctive therapies in patients with gingival inflammation: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

“…Previous systematic reviews have demonstrated clear benefits of antiseptics in the management of gingival diseases (Addy, Moran, & Newcombe, ; Afennich, Slot, Hossainian, & Weijden, ; Davies, Ellwood, & Davies, ; Escribano et al, ; Gunsolley, ; Hossainian, Slot, Afennich, & Weijden, ; van Leeuwen, Slot, & Weijden, ; Paraskevas, Danser, Timmerman, Velden, & Weijden, ; Salzer, Slot, Dorfer, & Weijden, ; Serrano, Escribano, Roldan, Martin, & Herrera, ). In addition, in recent years, a number of new and potentially efficacious adjunctive treatments have been investigated, such as probiotics (Keller, Brandsborg, Holmstrom, & Twetman, ; Montero et al, ), anti‐inflammatory agents (Luis, Luis, Bernardo, & Santos, ; Polak, Martin, Sanz‐Sanchez, Beyth, & Shapira, ), and antioxidant micronutrients (Martin, Campbell, Rees, & Buschang, ; Woelber et al, ). Whereas historically, a greater number of research studies have focused on the adjunctive use of antiseptics, it is nonetheless important to also consider the evidence regarding the more recently introduced adjuncts.…”

Supportive Home Remedies for Orofacial Pain during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic: Their Value and Limitations

“…Use of floss or interdental brushes in addition to tooth brushing may reduce gingivitis, plaque, or both more compared to tooth brushing alone [ 20 ]. In a randomized trial, flossing was effective in reducing gingival bleeding and interproximal gingival inflammation [ 21 ]. As chronic gingivitis is initiated primarily due to biofilm accumulation, the standard practice of treatment is the removal of biofilm by mechanical disruption, such as tooth brushing and flossing [ 22 ].…”