Efficacy Of Lotus Leaves In Management Of Plaque Induced Gingivitis

Summary

Due to difficulties in maintenance of an effective mechanical oral hygiene regime, effective chemical adjunctive measures will likely significantly contribute to overall oral health, the function of which should be to augment mechanical plaque control. Traditionally, in Chinese medicine the lotus leaf has been used for treating gingival inflammation. An extract of lotus leaves have demonstrated significant antibacterial activity against some of the periodontopathogens.

Timeline

Start

2013-09

Primary completion

2013-12

Completion

2013-12

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