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Table 4 Comparisons of the different maintenance programs according to the use of antiseptic rinsing (CHX 0,06-0,2 %) and recall frequency (number of visits)

From: Influence of different post-interventional maintenance concepts on periodontal outcomes: an evaluation of three systematic reviews

 

Duration of the use of antiseptics CHX

Number of recalls within the first 2 months Protocol

First 2 weeks (A)

Up to 4 weeks (B)

Up to 8 weeks (C)

≤2 visits (1)

≥3 visits (2)

Non-surgical only (n = 14)

4

-

1

5

9

non-surgical plus systemic antibiotics (n = 34)

10

-

7

20

2

Regenerative surgical procedures (n = 30)

1

15

11

3

23

  1. Duration of antiseptic use CHX: A = two or less than 2 weeks; B = up to 4 weeks; C = more than 5 weeks. Number of recall visits following periodontal treatment within the first 2 months; Protocol: 1 = two or less visits; 2 = three or more recall appointments within the first 2 months
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BMC Oral Health

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