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

• Main Authors: Sugumari Elavarasu (Author), P Abinaya (Author), S Elanchezhiyan (Author), Thangakumaran (Author), K Vennila (Author), K B Naziya (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications, 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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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...