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Abstract

Introduction: The removal of dental plaque is the primary step in achieving good oral hygiene. Mechanical plaque removal measures have questionable efficacy in inaccessible areas and proximal aspects of the oral cavity. Out of the several types of mouthwash available, chlorhexidine (CHX) is regarded as the gold standard, but considering its adverse effects, herbal alternatives are being sought after. So, the aim of the study was to evaluate the efficacy of alternative herbal mouthwashes.

Materials and methods: In this randomized, double-blind study, 125 selected patients were divided into five groups. Group 1: negative control - distilled water (DW); group 2: positive control - hexidine mouthwash (ICPA, Gujarat, India); group 3: FeelFresh Herbal Mouthcare Gargle (Able Exports, Gujarat, India); group 4: HiOra mouthwash (Himalaya Wellness Company, Bengaluru, India); group 5: Colgate MaxFresh Fresh Tea mouthwash (Colgate-Palmolive, India). Plaque index (PI), gingival index (GI), and microbial count (CFU) were evaluated before and after the intervention.

Results: The difference among the three types of herbal mouthwash was statistically non-significant. The lowest PI, GI, and CFU values were obtained in the subjects of group 4.

Conclusion: Herbal mouthwashes are a promising alternative and are effective in maintaining oral hygiene.

Details

Title
A Randomized Double-Blind Clinical Trial Evaluates the Efficacy of Alternative Herbal Mouthwashes
Author
Oak Anjali; Dhanjibhai, Bachubhai Sapariya; Nayak Chandni; Kumar Reddy AV Sunil; Lakshmi, Regula Sri; Dalal Dhanashree
University/institution
U.S. National Institutes of Health/National Library of Medicine
Publication year
2023
Publication date
2023
Publisher
Springer Nature B.V.
e-ISSN
21688184
Source type
Scholarly Journal
Language of publication
English
ProQuest document ID
2844030542
Copyright
Copyright © 2023, Oak et al. This work is published under https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ (the “License”). Notwithstanding the ProQuest Terms and Conditions, you may use this content in accordance with the terms of the License.