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ArticleInternational journal of clinical pediatric dentistry2025

Comparative Assessment of Efficacy of Cranberry Extract Mouthwash and Fluoride Mouthwash on

Arushi Agrawal, Dimple Padawe, Vilas Takate, Sanath Kharat, Sanpreet S Sachdev

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5 authors.

Arushi AgrawalDepartment of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Government Dental College and Hospital, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
Dimple PadaweDepartment of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Government Dental College and Hospital, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
Vilas TakateDepartment of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Government Dental College and Hospital, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
Sanath KharatDepartment of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, Government Dental College and Hospital, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.
Sanpreet S SachdevDepartment of Oral Pathology and Microbiology, Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University) Dental College and Hospital, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Background: Dental caries remains a prevalent oral health concern among children worldwide, necessitating effective preventive measures. This study evaluates the efficacy of cranberry extract mouthwash and fluoride mouthwashes in reducing Materials and methods: A randomized controlled trial was conducted involving children with three or more carious lesions [Caries Assessment Spectrum and Treatment (CAST) types 3-9]. Participants were assigned to receive either cranberry extract mouthwash or fluoride mouthwash, administered weekly for 6 months. Results: Both cranberry extract mouthwash and fluoride mouthwashes demonstrated statistically significant reductions in Conclusion: This study supports the use of cranberry extract mouthwash as a natural alternative to fluoride mouthwash in managing dental caries among children. Both interventions effectively reduced How to cite this article: Agrawal A, Padawe D, Takate V,

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Dental cariesDental plaqueMouthwashPreventive dentistry

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PMID40417439
PMCPMC12099230

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