The Efficacy of Oregano Essential Oil in Reducing Oral Halitosis

The Efficacy of Oregano Essential Oil in Reducing Oral Halitosis :A Randomized Controlled Trial

the efficacy of commercially available oregano essential oil mouthwash in the reduction of oral halitosis was compared to chlorhexidine and distilled water and the results showed significant reduction of organoleptic tongue and floss scores and BANA test scores compared to placebo

the results showed that oregawash showed a comparable effect to chx in reducing oral halitosis

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Organoleptic score was >2 at baseline.
2. Participants between 18-23 years of age.
3. The subjects had no systemic disease and were not taking antibiotics or receiving other antimicrobial therapy.
4. The subjects did not receive the same time treatment for their halitosis.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Smokers, alcoholics and drug addicts.
2. Patients with periodontitis or pocket depth >6 mm.
3. Patients taking drugs which induced xerostomia.
4. Subjects consuming spicy food: garlic or onions two days before examination.
5. Patients with orthodontic appliances or removable dentures.
6. pregnancy