Several scientific works increasingly focus on the bacterial resistance caused by the prolonged use of antiseptics and antibiotics. Chlorhexidine is the most commonly used molecule in dentistry. There are many works that prove the effectiveness of Chlorhexidine, but its use is connected with collateral events. Massive use of Chlorhexidine would induce antibiotic resistance, for example for Klebsiella pneumoniae. Urticaria, severe rash, hissing breath, difficult breathing, cold sweats, light head feeling; swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat are described during use of chlorhexidine. This medication can cause severe irritation or chemical burns in young children. Based on these considerations, the disadvantage risk of using these products should be carefully re-evaluated. The health of the oral cavity will be increasing re-evaluated and closely linked to human health.
Use of chlorhexidine, side effects and antibiotic resistance
Cinzia Casu
2018-01-01
Abstract
Several scientific works increasingly focus on the bacterial resistance caused by the prolonged use of antiseptics and antibiotics. Chlorhexidine is the most commonly used molecule in dentistry. There are many works that prove the effectiveness of Chlorhexidine, but its use is connected with collateral events. Massive use of Chlorhexidine would induce antibiotic resistance, for example for Klebsiella pneumoniae. Urticaria, severe rash, hissing breath, difficult breathing, cold sweats, light head feeling; swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat are described during use of chlorhexidine. This medication can cause severe irritation or chemical burns in young children. Based on these considerations, the disadvantage risk of using these products should be carefully re-evaluated. The health of the oral cavity will be increasing re-evaluated and closely linked to human health.
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