Evaluation of the Clinical Efficacy of 0.1% Curcumin Mouth Wash Versus 0.2% Chlorhexidine Mouth Wash as an Adjunct to Scaling and Root Planing for the Treatment of Chronic Periodontitis.
Abstract
Chronic periodontitis is a prevalent inflammatory disease affecting the supporting structures of the teeth. It is characterized by the destruction of periodontal ligaments, alveolar bone loss, and eventually, if left untreated, tooth loss. This condition is primarily caused by the accumulation of bacterial biofilms, which trigger an immune response leading to tissue destruction. Common risk factors for periodontitis include age, smoking, diabetes, and poor oral hygiene. The disease often progresses painlessly, which leads to late diagnosis and more severe outcomes 2.
The traditional treatment for chronic periodontitis involves mechanical debridement through scaling and root planing (SRP). SRP aims to remove bacterial biofilms and calculus from the tooth surfaces and periodontal pockets. However, due to the complexity of root anatomies and the depth of periodontal pockets, SRP alone is often insufficient. Therefore, antimicrobial agents are used as adjuncts to SRP to enhance its efficacy 1.
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