Antimicrobial efficacy of Punicagranatum mesocarp, Nelumbonucifera leaf, Psidiumguajava leaf and Coffeacanephora Extract on Common Oral Pathogens: An in-vitro Study

Alternative therapies are increasingly being explored as extensive use of synthetic chemicals has led to the emergence of substantial side effects. Phytomedicine has been well practiced as traditional medicine in various cultures for treatment of oral diseases. It has gained importance of late as an alternative to the conventional therapy. Various plant and fruit extracts have been monitored recently to assess their potential against the common oral pathogens. Aim of this study was to assess in-vitro efficacy of pomegranate peel, lotus leaf, guava leaf and coffee extracts on oral microorganisms.