Effect of 0.4% Triphala and 0.12% chlorhexidine mouthwash on dental plaque, gingival inflammation, and microbial growth in 14–15-year-old schoolchildren: A randomized controlled clinical trial

Context: A strong correlation exists between plaque and dental caries and periodontal diseases. Ayurvedic drugs have been used since ancient times; oral rinses made from these are used in periodontal therapy. Triphala is one of these with wide spectrum of activity. Aims: To assess and compare the ef...

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Main Authors: Ketaki Bhor, Vittaldas Shetty, Vikram Garcha, Kadambari Ambildhok, Vineet Vinay, Gargi Nimbulkar
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications 2021-01-01
Series:Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology
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Online Access:http://www.jisponline.com/article.asp?issn=0972-124X;year=2021;volume=25;issue=6;spage=518;epage=524;aulast=Bhor