Evaluation of anti-plaque microbial activity of Azadirachta indica (neem oil) in vitro: A pilot study

Background: Probably microbial plaque is the main etiology for periodontal tissue inflammation. Various chemical agents have been evaluated over the years with respect to their antimicrobial effects in the oral cavity. However, all are associated with side effects that prohibit regular long-term use...

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Main Authors: Sugumari Elavarasu, P Abinaya, S Elanchezhiyan, Thangakumaran, K Vennila, K B Naziya
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications 2012-01-01
Series:Journal of Pharmacy and Bioallied Sciences
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Online Access:http://www.jpbsonline.org/article.asp?issn=0975-7406;year=2012;volume=4;issue=6;spage=394;epage=396;aulast=Elavarasu