Journal of periodontology
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Journal of periodontology · Nov 2016
Randomized Controlled TrialEfficacy of 0.12% Chlorhexidine Gluconate for Non-Surgical Treatment of Peri-Implant Mucositis.
Because peri-implant mucositis may progress to peri-implantitis, effective treatment resulting in resolution of inflammation could prevent peri-implantitis. Current treatment protocols for this condition are still unpredictable. The purpose of this study is to analyze efficacy of non-surgical treatment for patients with peri-implant mucositis during a 6-month follow-up period. ⋯ Both isolated mechanical therapy and its association with 0.12% chlorhexidine mouthwash reduced peri-implant mucositis. Therefore, 0.12% of chlorhexidine was not more effective than placebo.