Efficacy of a Eucalyptus oil-based dentifrice in reducing plaque and gingival bleeding scores - A randomized clinical crossover study.

ABSTRACT: Herbal products in dentistry have grown significantly. In the current scenario, herbal products are believed to be an effective adjunct to other medications. The present study aims to evaluate Eucalyptus oil and miswak (Salvadora persica) toothpaste for its efficacy in observable reduction in plaque and gingival bleeding. Sixty participants with gingivitis were enrolled in the present study. The study included an interim period (washout) comparing miswak and Eucalyptus toothpaste. Plaque scores were measured at designated time intervals. Both herbal toothpastes significantly decreased plaque index. Nevertheless, with relation to miswak (P = 0.002), Eucalyptus oil-based toothpaste exhibited reduction in bleeding scores. When participants were asked to return to t

SUBMITTER: Osman FA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10880914 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan-Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature