Clinical Implications Of Chlorhexidine In Periodontology

Abstract

Chlorhexidine is effective in reducing plaque and gingival inflammation. It is Useful in patients with poor manual dexterity who cannot maintain proper oral hygiene.Periodontitis, being a chronic inflammatory disease caused by microbial biofilm, requires both mechanical and chemical plaque control. In this context, chlorhexidine plays a valuable adjunctive role in the prevention and management of periodontal disease.