Comparative Evaluation of Effects of<i>Triphala</i>, Garlic Extracts, and Chlorhexidine Mouthwashes on Salivary<i>Streptococcus mutans</i>Counts and Oral Hygiene Status

Abstract

All the three mouthwashes containing triphala, chlorhexidine gluconate, and garlic were comparably efficient in reducing the salivary S. <i>mutans</i> count as well as in limiting plaque score; however, chlorhexidine was the most effective in this aspect. In comparison of the two natural ingredients, Triphala is more effective in its antimicrobial effect.<b>How to cite this article:</b> Padiyar B, Marwah N, Gupta S, Padiyar N. Comparative Evaluation of Effects of <i>Triphala,</i> Garlic Extracts, and Chlorhexidine Mouthwashes on Salivary <i>Streptococcus mutans</i> Counts and Oral Hygiene Status. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2018;11(4):299-306.