Abstract

PREPARATION AND EVALUATIONS OF HERBAL TOOTHPASTE

Shubhada S. Pawar, Sanjay K. Bais and Kajal S. Tik*

ABSTRACT

Toothpaste is frequently employed. Typically, toothpaste is used to clean the mouth. Additionally, it is utilised to treat conditions including sensitivity and chronic gingivitis. Herbal extracts of numerous crude medications with antibacterial and antimicrobial properties can be used to make herbal toothpaste. Teeth Herbs such as ginger, clove, and peppermint are used in commercial herbal toothpaste formulations. Commercial herbal toothpastes including Himalaya, Meswak, and Dent County have all had their quality assessed in the current study. utilised to treat further dental issues. Most dental surgeons advise using toothpaste. The goal of the current research is to create herbal toothpaste using plant extracts such as Neem, Tulshi Leaves, and Guava Leaves as well as Camphor, Honey Leaves Extract, Ginger, Lemon Oil Extract, Neem Stem & Bark, Babul Leaves, and other substances. All of the examined commercially available herbal tooth pastes and lab-made herbal toothpaste met the requirements outlined by the Bureau of Indian Standards.[2] The preparation, assessment, and comparison of Lab Made Herbal Toothpaste is the major goal.[3] The formulation of herbal tooth was assessed for the other criteria of colour, spreadability, foamability, and particle determination of shard and edge abrasives. Neem, Clove, Betel, Peppermint, Turmeric, and Guava are six plant samples used in this formulation that are typically used in traditional remedies. The created toothpastes underwent testing in accordance with Indian Standards. The toothpastes' antibacterial effectiveness was assessed.[4] One of the most crucial aspects of human existence is oral hygiene. Oral hygiene is the first step in a person's daily existence. Therefore, toothpaste is crucial to this process. To counteract some drawbacks of synthetic cleaning agents, many natural herbs might be used.[5]

Keywords: Neem, clove, betel, peppermint, and turmeric-infused herbal toothpaste.