Remineralization Potential of Ginger and Rosemary Herbals Versus Sodium Fluoride in Treatment of White Spot Lesions

Remineralization Potential of Ginger and Rosemary Herbals Versus Sodium Fluoride in Treatment of White Spot Lesions: "A Randomized Controlled Trial"

To evaluate the effectiveness of ginger and rosemary herbals versus sodium fluoride in remineralization of incipient enamel caries.

Group 1 (intervention)

Ginger and rosemary gel application:

First the participant will be asked to brush his/her teeth thoroughly with 1450 ppm fluoride toothpaste (Colgate total healthy clean toothpaste). Then an application of a thin ribbon of this gel to the teeth using a brush. The medication will be left for at least 1 minute. The participant will be asked to spit out the medication after use and not to swallow it. Also the participant will be asked not to rinse his/her mouth, eat, or drink for at least 30 minutes after use to get the best results.

Group 2 (control group). Sodium fluoride varnish The fluoride varnish will be bifluorid 10 single use by voco (Germany). It Contains 5 % sodium fluoride (equal to 22,600 ppm fluoride).

A thin coat will be applied on the tooth surface by using a brush. 10-20 s are sufficient for the varnish to be absorbed and then dry with air. Participants will be informed that they should not brush their teeth for 12-24 hours after the application and not to eat, or drink for at least 30 minutes after use to get the best results.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patient who has just completed a comprehensive orthodontic treatment.
• Presence of at least one WSL, DIAGNOdent score (0-20).
• Age range between 13 and 35years.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients with a compromised medical history.
• Severe or active periodontal disease
• Patients with developmental hypo-calcified lesions