Oral care with chlorhexidine and pneumonia prevention in patients in intensive care unit

Sponge stick and solution recommendation for oral hygiene of our patient in intensive care

Tratamente dentare ale pacientilor internati

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Uzm. Dt. Zeynep Bilgin Verified Medical Specialist (Ortodontist & Şeffaf Plak Uzmanı)

05.08.2026 07:49 TR

@Mehmet Öztürk in reply to:

Oral care sponges with 0.12% chlorhexidine should be applied 2-3 times a day in hospitalized and intubated patients. It is vital in preventing bacteria in the mouth flora from descending into the lungs and causing ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP).

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Belgin Soydan

06.08.2026 02:55 TR

@Mehmet Öztürk in reply to:

I was wondering the same question, and the detailed answer given by our doctor was very enlightening. Thanks.

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