Anticariogenic Properties of Zamzam Water

Effect of Zamzam Water on Streptococcus Mutans and Oral pH in High Caries-Risk Patients

The present study aims to evaluate and compare the effect of Zamzam water as mouthwashes in high caries-risk patients regarding:

i. Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans) count. ii. Oral pH. After 3 and 6 months interval.

The present study aims to evaluate and compare the effect of Zamzam water mouthwashes in high caries-risk patients regarding:

i. Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans) count. ii. Oral pH. all patients will be into two groups; The first group will use Zamzam water mouthwash for a six months with other preventive protocols including fissure sealants and preventive restorations wherever needed, while the second group will undergo preventive protocols only. During these six months, patients will be reassessed at three and six-month intervals regarding S. mutans count, oral pH, and caries risk level.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Male or female participants aged between 18-35 years.
• Systemically- free individuals.
• High caries-risk patients according to ADA (American Dental Association).
• Not on a medication interfering with salivary secretion.
• Co-operative patients approved to participate in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients who are already on any mouthwash regime.
• Patients who are on any medication that would alter the salivary secretion.
• Allergy to any of the ingredients of the study products.