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Delivering CHX with the WaterpikTM Pik PocketTM Tip is More Effective than Rinsing with CHX for Implant Maintenance

Effects of Subgingival Chlorhexidine Irrigation on Peri-Implant Maintenance

Felo A, Shibly O, Ciancio S, Lauciello F, Ho A. Am J Dent 1997; 10:107-110

Objective

To evaluate the effect of the WaterpikTM dental water with the Pik PocketTM tip using half strength (0.06%) chlorhexidine (CHX) compared to rinsing with full strength (0.12%) CHX.

Methodology

This randomized, three months study involved twenty-four patients with a minimum of two implants. Once daily, half the subjects used the WaterpikTM dental water jet with the Pik PocketTM tip with 0.06% CHX and the other half rinsed with 0.12% CHX. Plaque, gingivitis, bleeding, stain, and calculus were evaluated.

Results

Patients who used the WaterpikTM dental water jet and the Pik PocketTM tip had significantly greater reductions in plaque, gingivitis, and stain than those who only rinsed with CHX. For bleeding, the WaterpikTM dental water jet was 87% more effective at reducing gingival bleeding.

Conclusion

Patients who used the WaterpikTM dental water jet and the Pik PocketTM tip had significantly greater reductions in plaque, gingivitis, and stain than those who only rinsed with CHX.

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