A REVIEW ON FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF HERBAL TOOTHPASTE: A NATURAL APPROACH TO ORAL HYGIENE

Herbal Toothpaste have become a popular alternative to conventional products, as many people believe that naturally ingredients are safer and had no side effect. They incorporate plant derived ingredient to maintain oral hygiene and prevent dental carries. Tooth decay is common in all ages but mainly affect in old ages people and children. Tooth decay is often caused by the demineralization of the enamel and dentin due to acid production by bacterial metabolism. This review assesses whether herbal toothpaste can offer improved oral hygiene prevent dental caries without the use of synthetics ingredients and evaluate its stability and overall effectiveness .Herbal toothpaste are generally preferred to be used as it contains natural ingredients that have no side effects. Formulation of herbal toothpaste using different plant ingredients like guava leaves, neem twigs, sesame seeds, peppermint and tea tree oil, clove, Tulsi, babul etc, to prevent tooth decay and also used to remove yellow plaque. Plaque is a biofilm which causes tooth decay. The tooth paste using a variety of herbal component that have unique anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties reduce dental caries (tooth decay) without using any chemical components and also evaluate its properties for stability and effectiveness. They improve periodontal health, reduce plaque accumulation, and help remove yellow plaque. Additionally, herbal toothpastes are generally well-accepted due to their pleasant natural flavours and absence of harsh chemicals, making them suitable for sensitive teeth and gums. Evaluation of these toothpaste formulations typically involves testing pH, spreadability, foamability, abrasiveness, stability, and antimicrobial activity, ensuring efficacy and consumer safety.