Divergent Oral Microbiome after Rinsing with of H₂O₂, Chlorhexidine and Essential Oil Mouthrinses: a Proof of Principle Study.

Essential oil mouthrinse and chlorhexidine exhibit stronger bacteriostatic effects against oral pathogens than H2O2. However, chlorhexidine may disrupt microbial equilibrium, whereas essential oil mouthrinse more effectively preserves a stable oral microbiome. Thus, es-sential oil mouthrinse could serve as a viable alternative to chlorhexidine for oral microbiome management, though its long-term efficacy requires further investigation.