Probiotic Vs Zinc Chlorhexidine Zn/CHX Mouthwashes in Control Halitosis and Plaque in Fixed Orthodontic Patients

Probiotic Vs Zinc Chlorhexidine Zn/CHX Mouthwashes in Control Halitosis and Plaque in Fixed Orthodontic Patients

This study aims to determine the effect of probiotics and Zn/CHx mouthwashes on plaque accumulation and halitosis in fixed orthodontic patients.

Do probiotics and Zn/CHx mouthwashes have an effect on plaque accumulation and halitosis in fixed orthodontic patients?

Inclusion Criteria:

1. good medical health
2. no systematic disease
3. non consuming drugs known to influence salivary flow, halitosis, or oral microbiota

Exclusion Criteria:

1. alcohol drinking
2. smokers, pregnant and lactating womens
3. allergy or intolerance to corticosteroid treatment, antibiotic, antimicrobial mouth rinses, oral spray or tongue scraper, anti-inflammatory drugs or probiotics.