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KMID : 0362720080460050315
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Journal of the Korean Dental Association
2008 Volume.46 No. 5 p.315 ~ p.322
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Effect of Curcuma Xanthorrhiza containing gum on reduction of the plaque and the gingivitis
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Park Jung-Chul
Kim Chong-Kwan
Hwang Jae-Kwan
Shin Yong-Mok
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Abstract
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The purpose of the present study was to determine the effect of a chewing gum containing 70% xylitol and 0.23% Curcuma xanthorrhiza extract to remove dental plaque and reduce gingivitis when used as a supplement to daily toothbrushing for 3 weeks. The study group consisted of 75 adults with moderate gingivitis. Participants were divided into 3 groups(control 1 group ? Gum base, control 2 group ? 70% Xylitol, experiment group ? 70% xylitol and 0.23% xanthorrhizol) and instructed to chew the study gum for 3 times daily for 3 weeks in addition to regular daily toothbrushing. Chewing xylitol/xanthorrhizol gum significantly reduced plaque index with significant difference by week 3(p<0.01). Gingival index and bleeding on probing were decreased in xylitol/ Curcuma xanthorrhiza extract group by 35.9% and 31.65% each in the same period. No adverse effects on the oral tissues were observed in any of the participants for the duration of the study. In conclusion, regular use of a chewing gum containing 70% xylitol and 0.23% Curcuma xanthorrhiza extract appears safe and effective for the removal of dental plaque and reduction of gingivitis when used in conjunction with daily toothbrushing.
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KEYWORD
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Xanthorrhizol, Xylitol, chewing gum, plaque, gingivitis
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