Effect Of Elastomeric Separator On Microbial Count In Gingival Crevicular Fluid.

Background: The separators are a preliminary step for band insertion, but there is a potential risk of bacteraemia during their placement, particularly in susceptible patients. The objective of the study is to determine the effect of separators on the bacterial count in gingival crevicular fluid (GCF) and to assess the efficacy of chlorhexidine mouth rinse and saline irrigation in the reduction of the bacterial count.

Methods: This randomized controlled trial was conducted on 51 participants who were divided into three equal g roups randomly (brushing only/control, saline irrigation, and 2% chlorhexidine mouthwash rinse).