DOI: 10.36347/sjds.2020.v07i03.001

Pages: 48-50

Aim: To clinically evaluate the efficacy of Probiotic as compare to fluoride mouthrinse on salivary streptococcus mutants in child orthodontic patients. Methods: Between Probiotic mouthrinse, and Fluoride mouthrinse, This is a 28 days observational comparative study which included 40 healthy children in age-group of 6-10 yrs. Results: The Probiotic and Fluoride groups compared with the control group at the end of 28 days, had less plaque accumulations (P < 0.001 and P< 0.001, respectively). Between the Probiotic, Chlorhexidine and Fluoride mouthrinse, there was no significant difference in the mean gingival inflammation on the 28th day, But mean Plaque Index (PI) was significantly decreased when compared with control group on the 28th day. Conclusion: Along with regular brushing to improve periodontal status during fixed orthodontic treatment, Probiotic mouth wash can be used as an adjunctive measure. As per as reducing plaque accumulation and gingival inflammation is concern, Probiotic mouth-rinse tested was effective among children in age-group of 6-10 yrs.