The effect of anti-calculus oral spray on oral hygiene status of gingivitis patients: A 6 weeks observational study

摘要

Aim: To investigate whether the use of an anti-calculus oral health spray as an adjunct to tooth brushing in oral hygiene. Materials and Methods : This study had a double-blind, two-group (n = 10 each) parallel design, including a 6 weeks experimental period during which group A (Test Group) supplemented with anti-calculus oral health spray along with regular tooth brushing, as compared to control group B with only tooth brushing. The examination of plaque and oral hygiene index was done after 6 weeks. Results : Group A using anti-calculus oral health spray showed significantly less plaque deposits and significantly oral hygiene index improved by 14% after 6 week of observation period with no adverse effects. Conclusion : Anti-calculus oral health spray proved to be effective adjunct to regular tooth brushing with no adverse effects.