Functional Chewing Gum in Reduction of Gingival Inflammation

Chitosan and chitosan-related preparations have been shown to have some antimicrobial properties, possibly in the disruption of bacterial colonization. It is thought that as a component of a functional chewing gum this will supplement in the removal of daily build up of dental plaque on tooth surfaces.

Control chewing gum device does not have food additive chitosan in its composition.

Patients will be given instructions on how to brush and floss routinely (twice per day)