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Effect of subinhibitory concentration of chlorhexidine on Streptococcus agalactiae virulence factor expression
(Elsevier B.V., 2006-08-01)
The aim of the present study was to investigate the effect of chlorhexidine at subinhibitory concentration (50% minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC)) on the growth, cytolysin expression and phagocytosis of Streptococcus ...
Analytical Methods for the Determination of Chlorhexidine: A Review
(Taylor & Francis Inc, 2010-01-01)
Chlorhexidine is a type of antiseptic belonging to biguanidic group and it is large, used in dentistry, human, and veterinary medicine because it is active against Gram-positive and Gram-negative microorganisms. It can be ...
The influence of chlorhexidine on the severity of cyclosporin A-induced gingival overgrowth
(Amer Acad Periodontology, 1997-09-01)
THE INFLUENCE OF CHEMICAL PLAQUE CONTROL, using topically applied 0.12% chlorhexidine, on the severity of cyclosporin A (CsA)-induced gingival overgrowth (GO) was evaluated. Forty Holtzman rats were divided into four groups: ...
DNA damage in multiple organs after exposure to chlorhexidine in Wistar rats
(Elsevier B.V., 2007-03-01)
Since chlorhexidine is effective against microorganisms, it is widely recommended in dentistry. However, studies have provided evidence that chlorhexidine is toxic for a variety of cell types. In order to identify potential ...
Chlorhexidine induces DNA damage in rat peripheral leukocytes and oral mucosal cells
(Blackwell Munksgaard, 2004-10-01)
Objective: Chlorhexidine digluconate is widely used in dental practice for decreasing plaque control, controlling gingivitis and disinfecting root canals. However, the undesirable effects of chlorhexidine digluconate ...
Biocompatibility of a chlorhexidine local delivery system in a subcutaneous mouse model
(Medicina Oral S L, 2011-03-01)
Objective: This study aimed evaluating histologically and histomorphometrically the response of the conjunctive tissue face to the implant of chlorhexidine chips in the subcutaneous tissues of rats. Study Design: In this ...
Scanning electron microscopic study of the cleaning ability of chlorhexidine as a root-canal irrigant
(Blackwell Publishing, 2003-06-01)
Aim To evaluate in vitro the cleaning of root-canal walls after irrigation with different irrigants.Methodology A total of 36 recently extracted human teeth were divided into four experimental groups according to the ...
Exposed collagen in aged resin-dentin bonds produced on sound and caries-affected dentin in the presence of chlorhexidine
(Quintessence Publishing Co Inc, 2011-04-01)
Purpose: To evaluate the effect of chlorhexidine on the presence of collagen in aged resin-dentin bonds produced on sound and caries-affected dentin.Materials and Methods: Flat dentin surfaces were obtained from 16 sound ...
Microscopical analysis of Candida albicans biofilms on heat-polymerised acrylic resin after chlorhexidine gluconate and sodium hypochlorite treatments
(Wiley-Blackwell, 2011-11-01)
The ability of Candida albicans to form biofilms on denture surfaces is a significant cofactor in the pathogenesis of denture stomatitis. In this study, we applied a differential staining approach and scanning electron ...