The antiplaque efficacy of two herbal-based toothpastes: A clinical intervention

Varma, Sudhir; Sherif, Husam; Serafi, Ahmed; Fanas, Salim Abu; Desai, Vijay; Abuhijleh, Eyas; Radaidah, Ahmad Al

doi:10.4103/jispcd.jispcd_411_17

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“…They also contain fluorides that help maintain oral health by protecting the tooth enamel layer, and also the color of the tooth [ 18 ]. "Meswak contains ‘silica’, which in turn helps teeth bleach" [ 19 ]. Other ingredients in Meswak such as fluorides are helpful as a structural element of pungent skeletal system and teeth; silicon is indispensable for the repair of connective tissue, cartilage, bone tissue, hair, nails, teeth, and calcium; and sulfate is essential in the growth of teeth and bones [ 19 ].…”

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“…"Meswak contains ‘silica’, which in turn helps teeth bleach" [ 19 ]. Other ingredients in Meswak such as fluorides are helpful as a structural element of pungent skeletal system and teeth; silicon is indispensable for the repair of connective tissue, cartilage, bone tissue, hair, nails, teeth, and calcium; and sulfate is essential in the growth of teeth and bones [ 19 ]. The gypsum crystals employed in Meswak act as cleaning agents.…”

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“…They assist to resolve the adherent particles from the teeth. Other components are tannins, saponins, vitamin C, flavonoids, and chlorides [ 19 ].…”

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“…Hence, natural products with added benefits are advised for use. Several studies have proven the anti-plaque and anti-gingival effects of herbal toothpaste, which were comparable to those of conventional toothpaste [ 1 , 3 , 9 - 11 , 13 , 19 ].…”

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Evaluation of Anti-plaque and Anti-gingivitis Efficacy of Two Commercially Available Herbal and Non-herbal Toothpastes

Garg¹,

Chowdhary²,

Garg³

et al. 2023

Cureus

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Background: Plaque-associated oral disease affects a considerable portion of the population and is considered one of the major causes of tooth loss. The presence of plaque may be the reason for dental caries, gingivitis, periodontal problems, and halitosis. Many mechanical aids are used to control plaque, including toothbrushes, dental floss, mouth rinses, and dentifrices, and the most effective method of controlling gingivitis is supragingival plaque control. Aim and objective: To evaluate and compare the anti-plaque and anti-gingivitis efficacy of commercially available herbal toothpaste (Meswak) and non-herbal toothpaste (Pepsodent). Materials and method: 50 subjects aged between 10 and 15 years with a full complement of dentition were included in the study. The two toothpastes were provided to the subjects in plain white tubes by the investigator. Subjects were instructed to brush their teeth twice daily using the given toothpaste for 21 days. Plaque and gingival scores on days 0, 7, and 21 were recorded, and the data were subjected to statistical analysis. Result: At the end of the 21-day study, there was a statistically significant difference between the groups for plaque and gingival scores. Conclusion: The plaque and gingival scores were significantly reduced throughout the study in both groups. In comparison, the herbal dentifrices show more effectiveness in reducing plaque and gingival scores, but no statistically significant difference was seen between the two groups.

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“…They assist to resolve the adherent particles from the teeth. Other components are tannins, saponins, vitamin C, flavonoids, and chlorides [ 19 ].…”

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Evaluation of Anti-plaque and Anti-gingivitis Efficacy of Two Commercially Available Herbal and Non-herbal Toothpastes

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Garg³

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“…Studies have examined the efficacy and benefits that SP may have for periodontal care and the mechanism of action through its anti-inflammatory [ 493 , 495 , 496 ], antioxidant [ 494 , 495 , 496 , 497 , 498 ], and antibacterial effects [ 493 , 499 , 500 ], as well as the regenerative modulatory activity it has. SP’s clinical therapeutic impact on periodontal health and inflammation ( Table 1 and Table 2 ) has been reviewed [ 192 , 193 , 194 , 195 , 501 , 502 , 503 , 504 , 505 , 506 , 507 , 508 , 509 ]. All trials that employed SP ( Table 1 ) showed a substantial decrease in gingival inflammation and plaque buildup, suggesting the effectiveness of SP herbal supplementary treatment in treating or preventing inflammation and plaque, which are significant contributors to periodontal diseases [ 510 ].…”

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Green Alternatives as Antimicrobial Agents in Mitigating Periodontal Diseases: A Narrative Review

2023

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Periodontal diseases and dental caries are the most common infectious oral diseases impacting oral health globally. Oral cavity health is crucial for enhancing life quality since it serves as the entranceway to general health. The oral microbiome and oral infectious diseases are strongly correlated. Gram-negative anaerobic bacteria have been associated with periodontal diseases. Due to the shortcomings of several antimicrobial medications frequently applied in dentistry, the lack of resources in developing countries, the prevalence of oral inflammatory conditions, and the rise in bacterial antibiotic resistance, there is a need for reliable, efficient, and affordable alternative solutions for the prevention and treatment of periodontal diseases. Several accessible chemical agents can alter the oral microbiota, although these substances also have unfavorable symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, and tooth discoloration. Natural phytochemicals generated from plants that have historically been used as medicines are categorized as prospective alternatives due to the ongoing quest for substitute products. This review concentrated on phytochemicals or herbal extracts that impact periodontal diseases by decreasing the formation of dental biofilms and plaques, preventing the proliferation of oral pathogens, and inhibiting bacterial adhesion to surfaces. Investigations examining the effectiveness and safety of plant-based medicines have also been presented, including those conducted over the past decade.

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Tea Tree Oil and Oral Health – A Systematic Review

Pentapati,

Deepika

2023

Pharmacological Studies in Natural Oral Care

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The antiplaque efficacy of two herbal-based toothpastes: A clinical intervention

Cited by 17 publications

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Evaluation of Anti-plaque and Anti-gingivitis Efficacy of Two Commercially Available Herbal and Non-herbal Toothpastes

Evaluation of Anti-plaque and Anti-gingivitis Efficacy of Two Commercially Available Herbal and Non-herbal Toothpastes

Green Alternatives as Antimicrobial Agents in Mitigating Periodontal Diseases: A Narrative Review

Tea Tree Oil and Oral Health – A Systematic Review

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