> So even with the discoloration the protocol is for patients
> to use the chlorhexidine gluconate 0.12% after implant
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> that would not discolor teeth after implant surgery
> with the oral rinse?
I wouldn't assume that all surgeons prescribe CHG rinses
perioperatively (though I wouldn't be surprised that many do). In any
case, if preventing posoperative infection is a priority, I would guess
that a little extrinsic staining that can be easily polished off would
be a small price to pay.
Certainly it's possible that superior intraoral antiseptics will be
developed that don't have this problem, but I doubt it's a top priority
to most of the pharmaceutical companies.
Steve
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> Chlorhexidene staining can be very severe, and certainly
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> implant tooth could result the implant tooth being a shade
> that matches the oral rinsed discolored teeth.