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Garlic Extract: A Promising Alternative to Chlorhexidine in Oral Care

11/27/2025

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University of Sharjah research suggests garlic extract could replace chlorhexidine in oral care.
Garlic-based mouthwash may match chlorhexidine's antimicrobial effect but could cause burning or odors.
A systematic review screened 389 articles and included five in the analysis, underscoring the need for more clinical research.
Higher garlic concentrations reduced microbial activity, with outcomes varying by dose and duration.
Garlic extract has fewer severe side effects than chlorhexidine.

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Story summary

University of Sharjah research suggests garlic extract could replace chlorhexidine in oral care.
Garlic-based mouthwash may match chlorhexidine's antimicrobial effect but could cause burning or odors.
A systematic review screened 389 articles and included five in the analysis, underscoring the need for more clinical research.
Higher garlic concentrations reduced microbial activity, with outcomes varying by dose and duration.
Garlic extract has fewer severe side effects than chlorhexidine.