Prophylactic and therapeutic effects of (6)-shogaol on alveolar bone loss in experimental periodontitis.

Purpose: (6)-Shogaol is the most prevalent bioactive compound in ginger. The aim of this study was to examine both the prophylactic and therapeutic effects of (6)-shogaol in an experimental periodontitis model.

Materials And Methods: Thirty-five male Wistar albino rats were divided into four groups.