Key Highlights
- Chlorhexidine, a common ingredient in mouthwash, is often considered the gold standard for reducing bacteria, but it can come with its own drawbacks.
- The researchers wanted to see whether garlic, long known for antimicrobial properties, could offer a natural alternative."Chlorhexidine… is associated with side effects and concerns over antimicrobial resistance," the authors explained in a press release.
- "Garlic, known for natural antimicrobial properties, has emerged as a potential alternative," the review notes.
- TREATING GUM DISEASE COULD REDUCE RISK OF HEART ATTACKS AND STROKES, STUDY SUGGESTS Garlic has natural antimicrobial properties, prompting researchers to examine how it holds up against current mouthwash ingredients.
- (iStock) To explore this, the team searched six scientific databases.
