Comparative Evaluation of the Phytochemical Analysis and Efficacy of Four Plant-derived Extracts against : An Study.

Journal: International journal of clinical pediatric dentistry
Published Date: Nov 1, 2023

Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Oral health is a loyal part of general health. As per the World Health Organization (WHO), dental caries is the most widespread noncommunicable disease and is a significant universal public health concern. The main causative organism associated with this disease is . Various synthetic agents like chlorhexidine and fluorides are commercially available to prevent dental caries. However, these have side effects. Presently, research is engaged in the use of plant extracts to develop an effective and biocompatible material that may be used safely in the oral cavity.

Authors

  • Kavita Bekal Kripalani
    Pediatric Dentist Hiranandani Hospital, Powai, Maharashtra, India.
  • Nithya Annie Thomas
    Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India.
  • Charisma Thimmaiah
    Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Mangalore, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India.
  • Kiran Raj
    Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, AJ Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangaluru, Karnataka, India.
  • Lida Mary N Philip
    Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, AJ Institute of Dental Sciences, Mangaluru, Karnataka, India.
  • Shweta Kajjari
    Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, KLE V.K. Institute of Dental Sciences, KLE Academy of Higher Education & Research, Belagavi, Karnataka, India.
  • Vinni Mary Oommen
    Department of Prosthodontics, Al-Azhar Dental College, Perumpillichira P.O., Thodupuzha, Idukki, Kerala, India.

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