Mucosal Ulceration and Inflammation (Simple Gingivitis)
NHSL Antimicrobial Guidelines
Mucosal ulceration and inflammation (simple gingivitis)
Temporary pain and swelling relief can be attained with saline mouthwash.
Use antiseptic mouthwash if more severe and pain limits oral hygiene to treat or prevent secondary infection.
The primary cause for mucosal ulceration or inflammation (aphthous ulcers, oral lichen planus, herpes simplex infection, oral cancer) needs to be evaluated and treated.
Drug details
Drug
Simple Saline Mouthwash
Dosage
½ tsp salt dissolved in glass warm water
Duration
All:
Always spit out after use.
Use until lesions resolve or less pain allows oral hygiene.
Drug
Chlorhexidine 0.12-0.2% (Do not use within 30 mins of toothpaste.)
Dosage
Rinse mouth for 1 minute BD with 5 ml diluted with 5-10 ml water.
Drug
Hydrogen peroxide 6% (Spit out after use.)
Dosage
Rinse mouth for 2 mins TDS with 15ml diluted in ½ glass warm water.