Effect of a dentifrice containing aloe vera on plaque and gingivitis control: a double-blind clinical study in humans

Journal of Applied Oral Science

关键词: Dental plaque;    Gingivitis;    Aloe vera;   

DOI  :  10.1590/S1678-77572008000400012

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

The effect of Aloe vera on the reduction of plaque and gingivitis was evaluated in a randomized, parallel and double-blind clinical trial. Subjects were randomly allocated to the test group (n=15) - dentifrice containing Aloe vera - or the control group (n=15) - fluoridated dentifrice. Plaque index (PI) and gingival bleeding index (GBI) were assessed at days 0 and 30. Subjects were asked to brush their teeth with the control or test dentifrice, three times a day, during a 30-day period. There was a significant reduction on plaque and gingivitis in both groups, but no statistically significant difference was observed among them (p>0.01). The dentifrice containing Aloe vera did not show any additional effect on plaque and gingivitis control compared to the fluoridated dentifrice.

【 授权许可】

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