Antibacterial Activity of Essential Oils against Oral Pathogens

This updated review article covers the literature between 2011 and 2021 on the antibacterial activity of EOs against the main bacteria that cause caries and periodontal diseases. The criteria to classify the in vitro antibacterial activity of EOs is updated and the most promising results are address...

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Published in:Chemistry & biodiversity 2022-04, Vol.19 (4), p.e202200097-n/a
Main Authors: Oliveira, Thaís A. S., Santiago, Mariana B., Santos, Valmore H. P., Silva, Eliane O., Martins, Carlos H. G., Crotti, Antônio E. M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Anti-Bacterial Agents - pharmacology
Antibacterial activity
Bacteria
caries
Dental caries
Essential oils
Gum disease
Literature reviews
Microbial Sensitivity Tests
Oils, Volatile - pharmacology
oral bacteria
Periodontal diseases
terpenes
volatile organic compounds
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Summary:This updated review article covers the literature between 2011 and 2021 on the antibacterial activity of EOs against the main bacteria that cause caries and periodontal diseases. The criteria to classify the in vitro antibacterial activity of EOs is updated and the most promising results are addressed.
ISSN:1612-1872
1612-1880
DOI:10.1002/cbdv.202200097