Clinical efficacy of a 1% Matricaria chamomile L. mouthwash and 0.12% chlorhexidine for gingivitis control in patients undergoing orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances.

This pilot study evaluated the clinical efficacy of a mouthwash containing 1% Matricaria chamomilla L. (MTC) extract in reducing gingival inflammation and plaque formation in patients undergoing orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances. This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study enrolled a total of 30 males and females (age, 10-40 years) with fixed orthodontic appliances and a minimum of 20 natural teeth.

Effect of alendronate on bone-specific alkaline phosphatase on periodontal bone loss in rats.

Objective: The study aims to evaluate the effect of alendronate (ALD) on bone-specific alkaline phosphatase (BALP) serum levels on periodontal bone loss in Wistar rats.

Design: Periodontitis was induced by ligature around the upper second molar in 36 male Wistar rats (± 200 g). Groups of six animals received 0.