Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Preventing dental caries, periodontal disorders, and halitosis is still a major global concern because oral health is essential to overall wellbeing. Despite their effectiveness, conventional mouthwashes frequently cause negative effects such tooth discolouration, changed taste perception, and irritation of the mucosa because of their artificial constituents. The creation of multipurpose mouthwashes, which blend extracts from several therapeutic herbs to produce synergistic therapeutic benefits, is therefore gaining popularity. The purpose, formulation techniques, and assessment criteria of polyherbal mouthwashes are highlighted in this review. The antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and analgesic qualities of common herbal ingredients such Mentha piperita (peppermint), Syzygium aromaticum (clove), Glycyrrhiza glabra (liquorice), Ocimum sanctum (tulsi), and Azadirachta indica (neem) are examined. A summary of evaluation techniques is provided, including stability studies, physicochemical characterisation, antimicrobial testing, phytochemical screening, and clinical efficacy. The assessment also covers issues that must be resolved for effective commercialisation, including standardisation, formulation stability, and regulatory considerations. All things considered, polyherbal mouthwashes offer a viable, secure, and environmentally friendly substitute for artificial oral hygiene solutions, satisfying the rising desire for natural therapies in dental care.
Language: English
Subfield: Periodontics
Field: Dentistry
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
OpenAlex ID: W4415788500