Comparative Evaluation of the Antimicrobial Efficacy of Triphala and Centella Asiatica Against Cariogenic Biofilmforming Bacteria Using Mbc Testing: an in Vitro Study"
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Background: Herbal remedies offer natural alternatives to conventional antimicrobials in dentistry. Triphala and Centella asiatica have shown potential against Streptococcus mutans and Lactobacillus casei, two major contributors to dental caries. Aim: This study aimed to assess and compare the antimicrobial efcacy of Triphala and Centella asiatica extracts against cariogenic biolm-forming organisms. An in vitro Materials And Methods: experimental study was conducted using MBC assays to determine antibacterial effects. Biolm inhibition and disruption were evaluated via Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM). Chlorhexidine was used as the control. Results: Both herbal formulations showed signicant antibacterial effects. Triphala displayed greater inhibition of bacterial adhesion and biolm formation than Centella asiatica, as conrmed by lower MBC values. SEM imaging supported these ndings. Triphala an Conclusion: d Centella asiatica possess notable antimicrobial activity and may serve as effective agents in natural oral hygiene products. Further clinical validation is recommended.
Authors: Soa Shams, Ruchi Arora, Parul Rawat
Institution: Darshan Dental College and Hospital
Language: English
Subfield: Food Science
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4410033708