Comparison Of Clinical Effects Of Listerine And Chlorhexidine Mouth Wash In Patients Undergoing Fixed Orthodontic Treatment

Participants in this group will receive Listerine mouthwash containing essential oils (menthol, thymol, eucalyptol, and methyl salicylate). They will be instructed to rinse once daily with 10 ml of the solution for 30 seconds after brushing, over a period of 4 weeks. The mouthwash will be dispensed in unlabelled bottles to maintain blinding. Standard oral hygiene instructions will be given.

Participants in this group will receive Chlorhexidine mouthwash at a concentration of 0.12%. They will be instructed to rinse once daily with 10 ml of the solution for 30 seconds after brushing, over a period of 4 weeks. The mouthwash will be dispensed in unlabelled bottles to maintain blinding. Standard oral hygiene instructions will be given.