ReviewPlants (Basel, Switzerland)2025
Medicinal Plants Against Dental Caries: Research and Application of Their Antibacterial Properties.
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11 citing papers in PubMed.
- Natural compounds for preventing dental caries by evaluating antibacterial and biofilm disrupting effects on Streptococcus mutans.Scientific reports · 2026Article
- Natural Bioactive Compounds in Dental Materials: Balancing Biological Activity and Functional Properties.Pharmaceutics · 2026Review
- Dentin-preserving properties of cymbopogon nardus extract as a herbal endodontic irrigant againstJournal of conservative dentistry and endodontics · 2026Article
- A critical review on the roles of natural products in shaping oral microbiota and preventing chronic diseases.Natural products and bioprospecting · 2026Review
- Sustainable nanomaterials for precision dental medicine: green synthesis, therapeutic applications, and future directions.Journal of nanobiotechnology · 2026Review
- Blueberry leaf polyphenols suppress biofilm formation and restore oral microbial homeostasis for caries control.Journal of oral microbiology · 2026Article
- Preparation and characterization of Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Lactobacillus casei, glycyrrhizin, vitamin-D3, and citric acid-loaded mucoadhesive pectin microparticles for the management of dental caries.BMC pharmacology & toxicology · 2025Article
- Phytotherapy in Pediatric Dentistry: A Narrative Review of Clinical Applications and Evidence.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- Targeting Oral Pathogens withAntibiotics (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Green-Synthesized Nanomaterials for Water Disinfection: Mechanisms, Efficacy, and Environmental Safety.Nanomaterials (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- Next-Generation Natural Hydrogels in Oral Tissue Engineering.Pharmaceutics · 2025Review
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Abstract
Dental caries remains one of the most widespread global health concerns, significantly affecting both oral and overall health. Conventional treatments typically rely on chemical-based products which, although effective, are often associated with undesirable side effects such as tooth staining, altered taste, and the development of antimicrobial resistance. As a response, plant-based natural alternatives have gained attention as promising strategies for the prevention and management of dental caries. This review highlights the antibacterial properties of medicinal plants and their potential applications in dentistry, with a particular focus on their activity against a broad range of bacteria and microorganisms involved in oral diseases. Numerous plant extracts and bioactive compounds-including polyphenols, flavonoids, and essential oils-have demonstrated antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties that contribute to maintaining oral health. Although in vitro and in vivo studies support their therapeutic potential, clinical trials assessing long-term efficacy and safety remain scarce. Future research should prioritize the standardization of extraction methods, dosage, and formulations to facilitate the integration of these natural alternatives into conventional dental care practices.
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