Original Article

Year : 2022 | Volume : 10 | Issue : 2 | Page : 64-69

EFFECTIVENESS OF BROMELAIN MOUTHRINSE IN GINGIVAL INFLAMMATION AND BACTERIAL PLAQUE AMONG ADOLESCENTS: A RANDOMIZED CLINICAL TRIAL

Channesh Patel a ,Sathya Kumaresan b*

a Senior Lecturer, Dept of Conservative and Endodontics, College of Dental Science, Davangere-577004. b* Post graduate, Dept of public health dentistry, Saveetha Dental College, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Poonamallee, Chennai-600077.

Address for correspondance :

Sathya Kumaresan ,Post graduate,Dept of public health dentistry,Saveetha Dental College, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences,Saveetha University,Poonamallee, Chennai-600077, India.

E mail id:sathu.kumaresan@gmail.com

Abstract

Background: Mouthwashes are adjunct to regular brushing and flossing. Chlorhexidine is considered as a gold standard among mouth rinses. However, the most commonly known side effects include discolouration of teeth and the tongue particularly on the dorsum part. Hence the study was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of Bromelain mouth rinse in gingival inflammation and bacterial plaque among adolescents.

Methods and methodology: This double-blinded, randomized controlled trial was conducted in accordance with Consolidated Standards of reporting Trials (CONSORT) in Public Health Dentistry Department at Saveetha University. The protocol was approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB). 30 patients with moderate gingivitis were included in the study. All subjects signed an IRB-approved consent form. Participants from 15 to 19 years are recruited from the Urban health programmes through dental camps.

Results: No attempt was made for oral prophylaxis before the commencement of the study. The severity of gingivitis and plaque accumulation were assessed by gingival and plaque indices. Gingival index (Löe and Silness, 1963) and plaque index (Löe, 1967) were measured initially at baseline The trial was followed up for 30 days. The participants were instructed to rinse with plain water thoroughly. They were then directed to spit into a sterile plastic container after 5 minutes.At baseline, there was no significant difference in GI and PI scores among the groups (P=0.78 and 0.62) respectively. At one month follow up, there was significant difference in the mean GI and PI scores (P=0.02 and P=0.01) respectively.

Conclusion: Bromelain mouthwash is beneficial in improving gingival status due to its profound styptic action, with sufficient reduction in plaque scores without any adverse effects.

SOURCE OF FUNDING:

Nil

CONFLICTS OF INTEREST:

The authors declare no conflicts of interest.

How to cite: Channesh Patel& Sathya Kumaresan, Effectiveness of Bromelain Mouthrinse in Gingival Inflammation and Bacterial Plaque among Adolescents: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Int J Comm Dent 2022;10(2):64-69.Doi:https://doi.org/10.56501/intjcommunitydent.v10i2.600

Review Article

Year : 2022 | Volume : 10 | Issue : 1 | Page : 13-7

NON-NUTRITIVE SWEETENERS AND ITS HEALTH IMPLICATIONS -A REVIEW

Channesh Patel 1, SathyaKumaresan 2

1 Department of Conservative and Endodontics, College of Dental Sciences, Davangere-577004, 2 Department of Public Health Dentistry, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai-600077

Address for Correspondence:

Dr. Sathya Kumaresan,

Department of Public Health Dentistry, Saveetha Dental College, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai-600077

E-mail address-sathu.kumaresan@gmail.com

Abstract

Nonnutritive sweeteners (NNS) have been widely used in various therapeutic and dairy   products and have become an inseparable part of our routine life. They deliver far less calories and intense sweetness than their sugar-containing counterparts. The United States Food and Drug Administration recognizes Aspartame, saccharine, sucralose, neotame, acesulfame-K, and stevia safe for consumption by diabetics. They also aid in weight loss. However, there is inconclusive evidence to support most of their uses. In addition, the lack of interventional studies has proven inadequate to evaluate their efficacy in different populations like pregnant, breastfeeding women. Furthermore, the susceptible population comprising of diabetics, epileptic patients are more likely to sustain the deteriorating effects of NNS-containing products. The current review signifies the benefits and the potential risks of using them based on dietary guidelines.

Keywords:

Diabetes, metabolic disorder, non-nutritive sweeteners, obesity

CONFLICT OF INTERESTS:

All the authors declare that there was no conflict of interest in the present study.

SOURCE OF FUNDING:

Nil

How to cite this article: Channesh P &, Sathya K. Non-Nutritive Sweeteners and Its Health Implications -A Review.Int J Comm Dent 2022;10(1):13-17. DOI:https://doi.org/10.56501/intjcommunitydent.v10i1.601