Application of electrolyzed neutral water to dental practice

—Part. 1 Questionnaire on use for mouth-wash to dental students—

Abstract

Electrolyzed acid water has been used widely in dental practice. Recently, electrolyzed neutral water was developed as improved type for corrosion resistance and durability of bactericidal efficacy. In the present study, the questionnaire was performed to 40 dental students in order to investigate appropriate use of electrolyzed waters. Almost every subject felt some discomfort in strong acid water by smell of residual chlorine and bad taste (salty or sour). There were not many subjects who felt the uncomfortable smell and irritation, but most subject felt untasty. On the other hand, electrolyzed neutral water is the most suitable type which is easy to use for mouth-wash because of its least uncomfortable smell and irritation.