Dentists often recommend the use of a prescription-strength antimicrobial mouthwash for patients who are already undergoing treatment for gum disease. There are therapeutic prescription rinses that are used to treat gingivitis. Its key ingredient, chlorhexidine gluconate, kills many kinds of bacteria that...
In clinical investigations, CPC has been demonstrated to lower SARS-CoV-2 viral load in saliva for up to 6h, chlorhexidine was shown to reduce viral load for 60min, and PVP-I 1% showed the ability to decrease SARS-CoV-2 for up to 3h. Mouthwash containing APD has shown potential for ...
Whether you need to freshen your breath quickly between appointments or you want more cavity protection, mouthwash can boost your oral care routine. Choosing the right mouthwash for your needs raises an excellent question: Do you need a non-alcoholic mouthwash? Explore the benefits of an alcohol...
Some weak studies suggest that neem is about as effective as chlorhexidine mouthwash in reducing dental plaque in people withgingivitis.29 Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus) In Ayurveda,shatavariis aRasāyanaherb used to maintainhomeostasis(balance in the body) and slow aging.30 Translated as "able to ...
On each occasion at one, 30, 60 and 90 minutes after exercise they were asked to rinse their mouths with a liquid—either antibacterial mouthwash (0.2% chlorhexidine) or a placebo of mint-flavoured water. Neither the researchers nor the participants knew which liquid they were rinsing with. ...
A randomized, double-blind, comparator trial in adult patients with periodontal disease (gingivitis or chronic periodontitis) found a chamomile 5% mouth rinse to significantly reduce the bleeding index (P < 0.001) and to be as effective as chlorhexidine 0.12%.(51) ...
Furthermore, a study on 45 people with gingivitis found that neem mouthwash reduces gum bleeding and plaque just as effectively as chlorhexidine mouthwash – a heavy-duty prescription mouthwash. Promote kidney and liver health Neem’s antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties may help fight oxidat...
For 4 days, participants rinsed for 60 seconds with 10 mL twice daily of one of the following: 100% aloe vera juice, chlorhexidine, or placebo mouthwash. No significant difference was observed between aloe vera and chlorhexidine. Staining of the teeth was observed with chlorhexidine but not ...
In fact, it the combination mouthwash seems to work as effectively as chlorhexidine mouthwash. Insect repellant Applying calendula essential oil to the skin does not seem to repel mosquitoes as effectively as applying DEET. Ear infections (otitis media) Early research shows that applying a specific...
Medicinal uses and health benefits of honey: an overview. Journal of chemical and pharmaceutical research, 2, 385-395. Singhal R, Siddibhavi M, Sankeshwari R, Patil P, Jalihal S, Ankola A. Effectiveness of three mouthwashes – Manuka honey, Raw honey, and Chlorhexidine on plaque and ...