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Current Research in Dental Sciences, vol.34, no.1, pp.72-79, 2024 (Scopus)
Tooth decay is the most common, devastating, and multifactorial disease that can affect chewing and aesthetic appearance negatively. It is known that mechanical and chemical plaque control are of great importance in preventing caries. In oral care, where mechanical cleaning is essential, the search continues for alternative antibacterial-effective products, especially toothpastes and products with various chemical-containing ingredients. Recently, herbal toothpastes are frequently used for this purpose. Investigation of the antibacterial effects of plants against caries has created a new subject area. In dentistry, the effect of various herbal products has been investigated for a long time to provide and improve oral hygiene. In this review, besides the antibacterial effects of herbal toothpaste, the effects, functional ingredients, and uses of frequently used herbal extracts were evaluated.