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Chlorhexidine 0.12% rinse vs warm salty water mouth wash. which one is best used after tooth # 26 extraction and immediate implant placement. thanks.

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Dr. John Van der Werff answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Chorhexidine: The Chlorhexidine kills bacteria and salt water does not... I think you will get better healing with the chlorhexidine..

Answered 3/24/2020

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Both work...: Best advice is to follow your post operative instructions from your surgeon.. They know your situation best. If you're unsure contact them directly.

Answered 4/1/2018

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Dr. Brian Hoffman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Chlorhexidine: Chlorhexidine actually kills bacteria (bactericidal), salt water does not. Salt water helps with inflammation only. I have never placed a dental implant and told a patient to go home and rinse with salt water. On the other hand, each one leaves with a bottle of Chlorhexidine to use 2x/day until it's gone.

Answered 3/24/2020

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