Efficacy of a Rinse Containing Sea Salt and Lysozyme on Biofilm and Gingival Health in a Group of Young Adults: A Pilot Study

Abstract

Objectives To evaluate new mouth rinse containing sea salt, xylitol, and lysozyme on biofilm formation and gingival health in a group of young adults. Methods The subjects were divided into two groups of 15 subjects each: control (A) and experimental group (B). The Turesky modification of Quigley-Hein plaque index was used to evaluate plaque scores while the presence or absence of gingival bleeding was used to determine gingival health. Measurements were done at baseline and at the end of the one-month trial period by one blinded examiner on six representative teeth. Group (A) maintained standardized oral health practices for the duration of the experiment. In addition, group (B) rinsed with a tablespoon of the provided sea salt mouth rinse for 30 seconds once in the morning and at night. After the 30-day trial period, subjects in both groups were reassessed as per baseline. Results. There were no statistically significant differences in the overall reduction from baseline in the mean plaque and gingivitis scores on all surfaces or on individual surfaces. Conclusion Within the limitations of the study, rinsing with sea salt for thirty days did not affect the gingival and plaque scores in a group of young adults.

Efficacy of Sea Salt-Based Mouthwash and Xylitol in Improving Oral Hygiene among Adolescent Population: A Pilot Study

“…According to the data reported by the dental literature, oral saltwater rinses alkalize the oral environment, and an acidic environment helps bacterial growth [32][33][34][35]. Furthermore, rinses with antiseptic mouthwashes have the ability to reduce the infectious quantity in the oral plaque but not to completely eliminate the presence of viruses in the saliva [35]. Our previous findings in the field investigated the ability of sea salt to interact with wound healing processes following oral surgery [26].…”

“…Micheal et al noticed a reduction in bacterial biofilm and more generally in plaque indices in those children who used water and salt [33]; investigating in adults with gingivitis, Mani et al also clarified the efficiency of the oral health of those who used a sea salt mouthwash [34]. Hoover et al in 2017 published a study according to which, salt brings benefits in subjects with periodontitis but these findings were not significantly relevant [35]. The use for 30 days with water and salt-based rinses alone, without other components, did not affect plaque indices [35].…”

“…Hoover et al in 2017 published a study according to which, salt brings benefits in subjects with periodontitis but these findings were not significantly relevant [35]. The use for 30 days with water and salt-based rinses alone, without other components, did not affect plaque indices [35]. However, for a more simple and practical daily care, the alleged beneficial effects of combined mouth rinse seem to be a very useful tool to promote oral health.…”

Evaluation of Cytotoxic and Antimicrobial Properties of Iranian Sea Salts: An In Vitro Study

“…Therefore, there is a need for tissue friendly and cost-effective rinses. Saltwater rinses have been used after extractions, alveolar osteitis, and oral infections [ 10 ]. Saltwater rinses inducing vasodilation and lowering the bacterial load, simplifying phagocytes to the injury site, alkalizing saliva, and acting as an astringent [ 10 ].…”

“…Saltwater rinses have been used after extractions, alveolar osteitis, and oral infections [ 10 ]. Saltwater rinses inducing vasodilation and lowering the bacterial load, simplifying phagocytes to the injury site, alkalizing saliva, and acting as an astringent [ 10 ]. Furthermore, saltwater improves wound healing through reducing inflammation and contracting the tissues [ 11 ].…”