Chemical composition and antibacterial activity of <i>Berberis vulgaris</i> (<i>barberry</i>) against bacteria associated with caries

Abstract

The results showed that CHX and B. vulgaris plant extract have similar antimicrobial activity against bacteria being associated with caries. Therefore, B. vulgaris, which shows antibacterial capacity, could be considered for further investigation as a safe, phytotherapeutic mouthwash to prevent dental caries.