WORLD JOURNAL OF ADVANCE
HEALTHCARE RESEARCH

Mohammed R. Alameen* and Saher S. Gasgoos

ABSTRACT

Aims: To evaluate the efficacy of CUR Q Fresh mouthwash on prevention of plaque accumulation for dental students aged (18-22) years, to compare between the efficacy of CUR Q Fresh and 0.12 chlorhexidine gluconate mouthwash and to compare the effects between males and females, and to determine any oral disturbance or discomfort following the use of CUR Q Fresh and 0.12 chlorhexidine gluconate mouthwashes. Materials and Methods: The study sample consisted of 60 Students from College of Dentistry/ University of Mosul (30 males and 30 females). Their ages were ranged between 18-22 years. Study students were divided into two groups. Group A (30students) (15 males and 15 females) students were advised to use experimental CUR Q Fresh mouthwash. Group B (30students) (15 males and 15 females) students were advised to use 0.12% chlorhexidine gluconate mouthwash. The period of study was 21 days. Plaque index was assessed at baseline, after 14 days, and after 21 days. Results: Both mouthwashes were similarly effective in reducing plaque levels, throughout the study period. Although Group A showed slightly better results numerically, this difference was not statistically significant. Also in Group A and Group B no significant gender-related differences in plaque index were observed. In Group A, 10% noticed a disruption in their usual sense of taste and 6.6% percent reported differences in how food tasted to them; yet these effects were not seen in Group B. Also 6.6% of Group B experienced burning sensations in various parts of the oral mucosa and 6.6% showed a change in tooth color according to the VITA Tooth Guide 3 D. MASTER. Conclusions: CUR Q Fresh mouthwash is more effective than 0.12 chlorhexidine gluconate to reduce dental plaque accumulation.