Evaluation of the Effect of an Experimental Herbal versus Fluoridated Mouthwash on Frictional ...

Conclusion: The 90-minute immersion in herbal mouthwash did not exert any significant effect on frictional resistance or surface roughness among orthodontic brackets and archwires made of stainless steel and nickel titanium. Based on the results, herbal mouthwash may be prescribed as a non-destructive prophylactic agent on materials evaluated in the present study for the orthodontic patient.
Source: Journal of Dental Materials and Techniques - Category: Dentistry Source Type: research