(University of the Western Cape, 2017) Abrahams, Gadija; Peck, M
The aim of this study was to assess whether a mouthwash containing carbohydrate derived
fulvic acid, is effective in reducing the salivary microbial count pre-operatively. Endeavours
have been made to reduce the risk of infection, bacteraemia and cross-contamination during
dental procedures by the application of topical antimicrobial agents. To date chlorhexidine is
the most widely evaluated and efficacious agent against oral biofilms but there have been
reports of adverse effects ranging from contact dermatitis to severe anaphylactic shock. A new
mouth rinse containing carbohydrate derived fulvic acid are reported to have broad spectrum
antimicrobial activity against specific oral microbes and Candida albicans with no side effects.