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Antibacterial, Anti inflammatory and Antioxidant Effects of Punica granatum, Phyllanthus emblica and Citrus aurantifolia Extracts in a Mouthwash Formulation: Implications for Oral Health

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Deeksheetha Prabhu Venkatesh, Bargavi. P, Pratibha Ramani
» doi: 10.48047/AFJBS.6.13.2024.7391-7410

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AIM: To assess the anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti bacterial properties of the formulated mouthwash. MATERIALS AND METHODS: In this study, the formulated mouth wash formulation was subjected to anti-inflammatory, anti oxidant, antimicrobial and cytotoxicity testing RESULTS: Highest anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties were noted at 50 μl concentration when compared to the control. The antimicrobial activity of the kelp mouth rinse had the highest zone of inhibition seen in 50 μL concentration. The cytotoxic activity was found to be better at all concentrations studied. CONCLUSION: The formulated mouth wash exhibited good anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antibacterial activities.

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