Evaluating the effect of virgin coconut oil pulling on viral load, bacterial load and inflammatory mediator levels in chronic periodontitis – A clinical study
Virgin coconut oil pulling demonstrated a significant reduction in microbial and inflammatory markers in patients with chronic periodontitis, showing similar efficacy to chlorhexidine mouthwash. Given its comparable therapeutic effects and reduced side effect profile, VCO presents a viable alternative to chlorhexidine for managing chronic periodontitis.
Authors
- M Monika
- K Rudhra
- K Vennila
- Elanchezhiyan
- Sri Harini P
- S. Shakeron
Institutions
- Swami Vivekanand College of Pharmacy (IN)
- Sree Balaji Dental College and Hospital (IN)
- JSS Dental College and Hospital (IN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Oral Biology and Craniofacial Research
- Published
- 2025-01-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jobcr.2025.01.004
- Citations
- 4
- Primary Topic
- Coconut Research and Applications
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 2.15