Chlorhexidine: An Adjunct to Periodontal Therapy
- 1 June 1986
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Wiley in The Journal of Periodontology
- Vol. 57 (6), 370-377
- https://doi.org/10.1902/jop.1986.57.6.370
Abstract
Chlorhexidine is an effective antimicrobial agent. Its application can enhance periodontal therapy. The pharmacology of Chlorhexidine and suggestions for its use are outlined. In addition, its potential for inducing cancer and bacterial resistance are discussed.This publication has 68 references indexed in Scilit:
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