In vitro study of the effect of an essential oil and a delmopinol mouth rinse on dental plaque bacteria

Conclusions: Essential oils and chlorhexidine are statistically similar and better than delmopinol for aerobic bacteria growth inhibition. For the other bacteria, essential oils and delmopinol are not statistically promising. Results show that essential oils only may help patients to maintain good oral health as a complement to daily brushing and interproximal cleaning.
Source: Indian Journal of Dental Research - Category: Dentistry Authors: Source Type: research