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ArticleCureus2024

A Novel Gum Paint Formulation Derived From Licorice and Triphala: Characteristics and Clinical Significance for Improved Oral Health.

Neha Kannan, Gheena S, Pratibha Ramani, Rajeshkumar Shanmugam, Karthikeyan Ramalingam

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Neha KannanOral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, IND.
Gheena SOral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, IND.
Pratibha RamaniOral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, IND.
Rajeshkumar ShanmugamNanobiomedicine Lab, Centre for Global Health Research, Saveetha Medical College and Hospital, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, IND.
Karthikeyan RamalingamOral and Maxillofacial Pathology, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Saveetha University, Chennai, IND.

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Abstract

backgroundThe clinical use of antimicrobial agents for managing aphthous ulcers and periodontal diseases has long been a subject of intensive research by numerous investigators. As concerns over the side effects and antibiotic resistance associated with conventional therapies persist, there has been a concerted effort to explore alternative medicinal approaches. In line with this objective, our study introduces a novel herbal gum paint designed specifically to address the therapeutic needs of individuals suffering from oral ulcers and periodontal diseases. MATERIALS AND

methodsThe herbal formulation utilized in our study was prepared using extracts derived from Licorice (

resultsThe formulation exhibited significant activity against microbes when compared to the control. The cytotoxic activity was present at a concentration of 60 and 80µL, which indicated safe usage within specified concentration ranges, highlighting its potential for clinical application without adverse effects on biological systems. Statistically significant differences were obtained between the antimicrobial activity of the formulated gum paint and the commercial gum paint against

conclusionThe study underscores the promising therapeutic potential of the herbal gum paint developed in this research. By harnessing the natural antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties of Licorice and Triphala, the formulated gum paint showed efficacy against

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anti-fungalantimicrobial activitygreen synthesisgum paintlicoricetriphala

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PMID39105027
PMCPMC11298955

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