| Autor: |
Sharma, Swati, Bhuyan, Lipsa, Ramachandra, Sujatha, Sharma, Smriti, Dash, Kailash Chandra, Dhull, Kanika Singh |
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Journal of International Oral Health; Mar/Apr2017, Vol. 9 Issue 2, p39-44, 6p, 8 Charts |
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Background: An increasing number of people all around the world are turning to the nature by using the natural herbal products in both prophylaxis and treatment of different diseases. Green tea with active chemical ingredients possesses diverse pharmacological properties that include anti-inflammatory, anticariogenic, antioxidant, and antibacterial effects. The aim of this study is to assess the protective properties of green tea on periodontal health and also to know whether any side effect of green tea prevails in terms of staining of teeth. Materials and Methods: This is a prospective randomized clinical intervention study. Three dependent variables: probing depth (PD), clinical attachment loss (CAL), and bleeding on probing (BOP) were measured to reflect periodontal diseases. Results: The three dependent variables, namely, PD, CAL, and BOP showed statistically significant reductions following introduction of green tea as a conjunct oral hygiene measure in study group as compared to control group. Conclusion: Green tea has shown the antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anticollagenase activities on periodontal health. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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Complementary Index |
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