Estrategias para el control de la placa bacteriana en la prevención de la gingivitis

Abstract

Gingivitis is generally considered a site-specific inflammatory condition initiated by the accumulation of dental biofilm, characterized by gingival redness, edema, and the absence of periodontal attachment loss. To carry out oral hygiene that allows the control of bacterial plaque, there are mechanical and chemical methods that can prevent gingivitis. The objective of the research was to determine the strategies for the control of bacterial plaque in the prevention of gingivitis. The study was carried out as a literature review. Articles published between the years 2017 and 2021 were included. The mechanical means for the control of bacterial plaque in the prevention of gingivitis are tooth brushing, dental floss and interdental devices. Chemical plaque control means of gingivitis prevention basically refer to mouthwashes. The main ones are chlorhexidine, those based on essential oils and cetylperidin chloride. The literature suggests that the combination of methods is more effective than the use of one method or another in isolation.