Controlled Clinical Trial of Traditional Chinese Medicine Mouthrinse

Summary

Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has been seen as the predominant way of treating disease in China over three thousand years. Certain TCM have scientifically proved to have anti-bacterial property. Patients having orthodontic treatment have higher risks of caries and gum diseases. The purpose of this study was to determine whether the use of TCM Mouthrinses in addition to toothbrushing and flossing has an added benefit for orthodontic patients in maintaining proper oral health.

Timeline

Start

2010-10

Primary completion

2011-05

Completion

2012-01

Drugs

Indications