Conclusion: Tea tree oil mouthwash demonstrated equivalent or superior clinical outcomes compared to chlorhexidine, with fewer side effects. It is a viable and well-tolerated alternative for managing plaque-induced gingivitis, supporting further research into its long-term use and effic...
Tea tree oil is common and known as “ti tree oil”. Its scientific name is Melaleuca alternifolia. This oil has a very aromatic scent. It is commonly used in cough medicine, mouthwash, antiseptic and fungicides. Its color is also varied, which can be light yellow, colorless or transparent...
In 2 small trials, 0.34% tea tree oil mouthwash and 2.5% tea tree oil gel reduced gingival inflammation but did not decrease plaque scores versus chlorhexidine or placebo.(16, 17) The American Academy of Dermatology/American Academy of Dermatology Association guidelines of care for the management...
Researchers in Detroit have been testing mouthwashes containing a very weak solution of tea tree oil. Lab experiments have found that extracts of this plant have activity against some bacteria as well as the fungus (C. albicans) that can cause thrush. The researchers tested two kinds of tea ...
Tea tree oil can be used as an ingredient in natural mouthwashes and toothpastes due to its antibacterial properties. It may help reduce bad breath, plaque formation and gum inflammation. Tea Tree Oil for Aromatherapy The fresh, invigorating scent of tea tree oil is often used in aromatherapy...
Always spit out the Tea Tree Oil mouthwash. Do not swallow it. You may also add 1 drop of Tea Tree Oil to toothpaste when brushing teeth. Sore Throat and Congestion Tea Tree Oil can be combined with a simple steam inhalation technique tonaturally cure congestion, sore throat, chest infecti...
In studies, a mouthwash containing tea tree oil decreased plaque – the sticky deposits of bacteria that form a film on the teeth and cause cavities. Tea tree oil also kills bacteria that cause bad breath. When used orally, tea tree oil can cause side effects like a burning sensation in ...
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Tea tree oil versus chlorhexidine mouthwash in treatment of gingivitis: A pilot randomized, double blinded clinical trial. Eur J Dent. 2020;14:55–62. Publisher's Note Springer Nature remains neutral with regard to jurisdictional claims in pub- lished maps and institutional affiliations. Ready to...
Oral use of EGCG in mouthwash formulation at the dose of 35–87 mM for 2 min daily for 7 days had little side effects [52]. The FDA approved drug formulation of EGCG, Polyphenon E ointment (Veregen) for topical treatment of genital warts, has little adverse effects [53, 54]. Our ...