Chlorhexidine topical for Gingivitis User Reviews

• Bad...
• October 16, 2013

"I've had bad breath for over 20 years. I had regular dental exams and cleanings twice a year. My dentist would tell me my teeth were in good condition, but I would complain about having bad breath. I would get so embarrassed whenever I had to talk to my co-workers, friends, and family members. I could tell by the expressions on their faces that my breath was bad. Sometimes people would put their fingers over their noses when I talked to them. I even stopped going to my faith/religion service because I could tell that whenever I talked to the members of my faith, they would talk to me from a distance. One woman, after I said hello, turned around and held her nose. My new dentist saved me! Gave me this ... after 3 days, no bad breath!"

• Anonymous
• March 28, 2012

Chlorhexidine topical "I have been in so much pain and discomfort. I have a problem of serious dry mouth and perhaps Sjogren's. My tongue was always sore and burning, and my gums hurt. My dentist gave me this to try, and it has been the greatest thing. It didn't give me an unpleasant taste or anything. Just less pain and a fresh mouth."

• tjc...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 29, 2012

Chlorhexidine topical "I have had gingivitis and very deep pockets for quite some time now. My gums would bleed when I flossed, brushed, and used my water pick. Nothing I did worked. I had gum surgery also, and the bleeding continued. On a visit to my dentist, I was given Periogard to try, and within 10 days of using this product, the bleeding completely stopped. I was amazed to see how this product worked to kill the germs that cause my gingivitis. I do have some tooth staining, but I can live with that. My teeth feel much better, and the taste of blood from bleeding is gone. Saying I'm very happy with Periogard would be an understatement. For me, Periogard is my pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. I just wish my dentist recommended this to me sooner."

• DET...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 23, 2017

Chlorhexidine topical "After the hygienist cleaned all four quadrants, he stated that I must use a mouthwash RX grade called Acclean for 2 weeks after brushing my teeth to rinse and then spit out. I did as he requested, and it stained my teeth brownish very badly, especially the bottom half of the tooth closer to the gums. I tried everything to clean them, to no avail. I went back to the hygienist, and he did a cleaning, but stains still remain in the back teeth, especially, and some of the teeth have spotting. The top portion of each tooth seems to have turned slightly transparent as compared to the bottom half of the tooth, which is darker and not transparent. NOT A HAPPY CAMPER!!!"

• TMC...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 8, 2018

"My dentist prescribed this oral rinse after I had to see him after my first seizure. I guess I was biting down so hard I actually had blood around my mouth. I used this product as I was told. Nothing great happened. I was on it for 2 weeks. About 5 months later, I was brushing my teeth and glanced in the mirror. My teeth now were brown/black. No more pearly whites. Went back to the dentist and he said it was from the oral rinse. I told him, 'I could just slap you.' So now I have to see the dental hygienist for extensive teeth cleaning. Also purchased a whitening pen, use of an electric toothbrush works wonders. It helps a great deal."

• Mis...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 8, 2018

Chlorhexidine topical "All my teeth have to be pulled or surgically removed. I did 6 teeth a few weeks ago and 8 removed a few days ago. This rinse has been the best thing for my swollen gums, breath, and irritation. I recommend it 100%."

• Anonymous
• October 11, 2011

"I think it is a good oral mouthwash. I like how it makes my mouth feel after a rinse. It is good for bad breath and other problems that you may have with your teeth. It is a little pricey, but all in all, I think it is well worth it."

• Dia...
• August 7, 2014

"I had gingivitis, it did cure it. I noticed every time I rinsed my mouth with chlorhexidine, my eyes would turn red. It also raised my blood pressure from 140/90 on the right arm and 130/85 on the left arm to 190/96 on the right arm and 173/110 on the left arm. This happened not too long after I rinsed with it. It took 2 days for my pressure to go back to normal. Caution for people with hypertension."

• Sil...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 22, 2019

"My experience hasn't been so hot with this. Although it works as intended, unfortunately, I have a reaction to it, causing my mouth to get irritated and white spots to appear at the back. I'll most likely just shy away from this and stick to the usual mouthwashes that won't cause this."

• wlp...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 2, 2018

"I've had ever-deepening gum pockets for several years. My gums would hurt (rarely bleeding) when I flossed and used a Waterpik. Nothing stopped the gum recession -- not professional cleaning every 3 months, not brushing/flossing 3 times daily -- nothing. My dentist and periodontist both recommended using Periogard, so I gave it a try. In about 2 weeks, all gum pain completely stopped. I can now use a Waterpik (on high), aim the water stream with impunity right into any of the deep gum pockets, and for the first time in years, zero pain results. So far, no tooth staining and no change in how food tastes has occurred. My gums feel the best they've been in years. I wish I'd started using this medication at least a decade ago (assuming it existed)."

• gri...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 25, 2018

"My dentist just prescribed me Peridex for gingivitis - 2x/daily for 2 weeks. I noticed a positive difference in my gums just after a couple of uses. Slight inflammation decreased, and my gums became pinker and tighter. There is a negative side effect for me, though: I constantly have a strong bitter taste on the back of my tongue, which decreases or alters the taste of most foods. It's awful, so I'm looking forward to the end of the 2-week regimen. I just hope I don't get any staining on my teeth that some people complain about (but it is able to be cleaned off)."

• Nad...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 29, 2020

Chlorhexidine topical "If you have a ton of this left over after you are told to discontinue use, works great on athlete's foot. Not even kidding. Pour a bit on the affected area before showering and rinse off. Gone in a day."

• har...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 5, 2016

"For the last few months, I have suffered from serious mouth problems like problems in tongue raising, a problem in the right corner of the tongue, throat problems, gum and teeth problems, white and red patches in the mouth, a thick white film on the tongue, a sore throat, hard to chew and swallow, jaw locked, etc. Today, my friend gave me this chlorhexidine (sorry for my poor English). In only one time use, it gives me magical relief. Before it, I used several medicines like Colgate Plex, Betadine gargle, coconut oil, etc., but after 5 minutes of use, my white film on my tongue started melting. Now I can raise my tongue 50% more (feeling happy). Thank you.."

• Ma ...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 24, 2020

"I had a gum infection and later a molar extraction. The dentist gave me Perio-Aid mouthwash to rinse after brushing for 2 weeks. Just noticed my teeth are browning, not a few but all my teeth. I am not happy."

• Lay...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 20, 2016

"Dentist lasered my gum line to get impressions for a bridge. I do not know why the dentist thought lasering my gum would make a better impression, but I was left with raw, irritated, and inflamed gums. This product gave me instant relief."

• Cja...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 28, 2020

"I was told to use this 4 times a day for 2-3 weeks after getting 2 wisdom teeth removed. My tongue feels like it’s been rubbed by sandpaper, my gums hurt now, and there is a strong, awful taste on the back of my tongue. I hate this stuff."

• Bub...
• February 21, 2021

"Terrible experience. I got mouth ulcers, even creating such an issue in my ears. I was placed on amoxicillin the first time I went, for they thought it was an earache. The next morning it hurt, so I looked in my mouth... it was a pus and white ulcer. I ended up at the emergency room because of the pain. I was given lidocaine. Then prescribed a lidocaine mouthwash with Benadryl and Mylanta base. This is crazy stuff. The next day, I found out it gets rust off of metal real good."

• wil...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 12, 2018

"It has taken less than a week since brushing my teeth with it 3 times a day as prescribed by the dentist. In that time, the major bleeding in my mouth that resulted in spitting red blood has become a barely visible pink. This is as a result of Canadian dentists blaming the victim and not taking you seriously. I had to go to Mexico to a military-trained dentist to get a diagnosis and treatment."

• Hop...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 6, 2021

"I just had the beginnings of gum disease, I think. Weird taste, and the dentist said it looked very early stage. It's fine now, though. Chlorhexidine is great, but what also works great is tea tree oil in alcohol mouthwash. Take care, all :)"

• Hig...
• March 16, 2013

Chlorhexidine topical "For years, I suffered with gum bleed and bad breath. But after using Peridex, all the problems have gone away, and it helped me with self-esteem because I don't have stinky breath anymore."

• cur...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 7, 2014

"I have had bad breath for 3 years now. I've tried mouthwashes and brushing 4 or more times a day. I've been using this product for 2 days, and my breath is smelling better."

• Oph...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 11, 2019

Chlorhexidine topical "Unfortunately, after three uses, I realized I wasn’t tasting my dinner. I am not willing to give up my sense of taste and will seek an alternative solution."

• Fra...
• April 8, 2017

"I used the after getting grafts on my front lower gums from the roof of my mouth."