Eur J Musculoskel Dis 2025 Jan-Apr;14(1):8-18
ORIGINAL ARTICLE
COMPARISON OF IALUNVANCE COMPLEX AND CHLORHEXIDINE IN PERIODONTITIS TREATMENT: A PROSPECTIVE CLINICAL STUDY
G. Tetè1, S. Speroni1, G. Polli2, A. Bayon2 and E. Polizzi2
1 Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Dental School, Department of Dentistry, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy;
2 Center for Oral Hygiene and Prevention, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Dental School, Department of Dentistry, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy.
*Correspondence to:
Giulia Tetè; DDS, MSc,
Vita-Salute San Raffaele University,
Dental School, Department of Dentistry,
IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, Milan, Italy.
e-mail: tete.giulia@hsr.it
| Received: 02 January, 2025 Accepted: 18 February, 2025
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ABSTRACT
Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate and compare the efficacy of Chlorhexidine and Ialunvance Complex (Euchlorine) as supportive therapies to Full Mouth Disinfection (FMD) in patients with periodontitis, focusing on Plaque Index (PI), Bleeding on Probing (BoP), Probing Pocket Depth (PPD), and patient satisfaction. Materials and methods: 92 affected by periodontitis and subjected to FMD were divided into two groups receiving either Chlorhexidine or Ialunvance Complex (Euchlorine) rinses post-disinfection. Clinical parameters, including PI, BoP, and PPD, were recorded at baseline and after six months to evaluate the effectiveness of each treatment. Patient satisfaction was assessed by a questionnaire grading items including perceived enjoyment, comfort, and overall acceptance of the treatment. Results: Both treatments significantly reduced PI and PPD, proving their effectiveness in periodontitis management. No significant differences were found between the two groups in these parameters (p > 0.05). Ialunvance Complex e showed a more substantial reduction in BoP than chlorhexidine (p < 0.05). In addition, patient satisfaction was higher in the Euchlorine group, with fewer reports of discomfort and better taste perception (p < 0.01), suggesting a higher level of acceptance and compliance. Conclusion: While Chlorhexidine and Ialunvance Complex (Euchlorine) are both effective in reducing negative clinical parameter values, Euchlorine offers additional advantages, such as higher patient satisfaction and fewer side effects, making it a viable alternative to Chlorhexidine. These results highlight the potential of Ialunvance Complex (Euchlorine) in improving periodontal therapy outcomes.
KEYWORDS: Chlorhexidine, Periodontitis, Mouthwash, Plaque Index, Periodontal Therapy
