A Bibliometric Analysis of Chlorhexidine In Dentistry

Esra Ateş Yildirim; Bilge Meracı Yıldıran

doi:10.15311/selcukdentj.1763428

A Bibliometric Analysis of Chlorhexidine In Dentistry

Abstract

ABSTRACT Background: Chlorhexidine is an antimicrobial used in many areas of dentistry. This study aims to assess publication trends and developments related to chlorhexidine, offering insights for future research. Methods: The bibliometric analysis on chlorhexidine covers the literature from 1980 to 2024. The data of our study were analyzed through the Bibliometrix program based on the WoS database. A total of 1,518 articles were examined in four sections: performance analysis, keyword analysis, co-citation analysis, and thematic analysis. Results: The Journal of Clinical Periodontology holds the highest H-Index (48) for chlorhexidine publications. Addy M. is the most prolific author, with 63 publications and 2,663 citations. His 1986 article has the highest local citation count. "Chlorhexidine" is the most frequent keyword. Prominent researchers include Loe H., Addy M., Lang NP, Flotra L., and Gjermo P., with a focus on periodontal diseases, plaque control, and antimicrobial efficacy. Coclusion: Chlorhexidine’s popularity in dentistry remains strong, with growing applications. This study highlights the current knowledge landscape and its limitations, serving as a guide for future research. Key Words: Clohexidine, Bibliometric Analysis, Co-Situation Analysis, Mouthrinse, Plaque

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English

Subjects

Dentistry (Other)

Journal Section

Research Article

Authors

Esra Ateş Yildirim ^*
0000-0001-7029-5180
Türkiye

Bilge Meracı Yıldıran
0000-0001-9848-0927
Türkiye

Publication Date

April 27, 2026

Submission Date

September 1, 2025

Acceptance Date

February 27, 2026

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Year 2026 Volume: 13 Number: 1

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https://doi.org/10.15311/selcukdentj.1763428

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APA

Ateş Yildirim, E., & Meracı Yıldıran, B. (2026). A Bibliometric Analysis of Chlorhexidine In Dentistry. Selcuk Dental Journal, 13(1), 90-96. https://doi.org/10.15311/selcukdentj.1763428

AMA

1.Ateş Yildirim E, Meracı Yıldıran B. A Bibliometric Analysis of Chlorhexidine In Dentistry. Selcuk Dent J. 2026;13(1):90-96. doi:10.15311/selcukdentj.1763428

Chicago

Ateş Yildirim, Esra, and Bilge Meracı Yıldıran. 2026. “A Bibliometric Analysis of Chlorhexidine In Dentistry”. Selcuk Dental Journal 13 (1): 90-96. https://doi.org/10.15311/selcukdentj.1763428.

EndNote

Ateş Yildirim E, Meracı Yıldıran B (April 1, 2026) A Bibliometric Analysis of Chlorhexidine In Dentistry. Selcuk Dental Journal 13 1 90–96.

IEEE

[1]E. Ateş Yildirim and B. Meracı Yıldıran, “A Bibliometric Analysis of Chlorhexidine In Dentistry”, Selcuk Dent J, vol. 13, no. 1, pp. 90–96, Apr. 2026, doi: 10.15311/selcukdentj.1763428.

ISNAD

Ateş Yildirim, Esra - Meracı Yıldıran, Bilge. “A Bibliometric Analysis of Chlorhexidine In Dentistry”. Selcuk Dental Journal 13/1 (April 1, 2026): 90-96. https://doi.org/10.15311/selcukdentj.1763428.

JAMA

1.Ateş Yildirim E, Meracı Yıldıran B. A Bibliometric Analysis of Chlorhexidine In Dentistry. Selcuk Dent J. 2026;13:90–96.

MLA

Ateş Yildirim, Esra, and Bilge Meracı Yıldıran. “A Bibliometric Analysis of Chlorhexidine In Dentistry”. Selcuk Dental Journal, vol. 13, no. 1, Apr. 2026, pp. 90-96, doi:10.15311/selcukdentj.1763428.

Vancouver

1.Esra Ateş Yildirim, Bilge Meracı Yıldıran. A Bibliometric Analysis of Chlorhexidine In Dentistry. Selcuk Dent J. 2026 Apr. 1;13(1):90-6. doi:10.15311/selcukdentj.1763428